Parasite

/pˈæɹəsˌa‍ɪt/

/ˈpɛɹəˌsaɪt/

Parasite

(biology) a small organism that lives on or inside another organism, called a host, and is dependent on it for nutrition and growth

antonyms : host

a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage

synonyms : leech

Examples

1. Flesh wounds could carry parasites.

2. Like any form of biodiversity on this earth, parasites have a place and role.

3. The answer is "Parasite."

4. "Parasite" is incredible.