noun🔗ShareA component of a circuit that does not show up in a circuit's schematic but does show up in the circuit's behavior."The parasitic capacitance in the circuit caused unexpected delays in the computer program's execution. "electronicstechnicalphysicsdeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareOf or pertaining to a biological or symbolic parasite."The student's poor study habits were parasitic on their ability to focus on their homework. "organismbiologydiseasemedicineecologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareDrawing upon another organism for sustenance."The tick is a parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of animals. "organismbiologydiseasemedicinenatureecologyanimalplantChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareExploiting another for personal gain."The student's parasitic behavior at home made it difficult for his siblings to study. "biologyorganismecologybusinesseconomymoralattitudecharacterhumananimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
