Definition

Not affected by parasites; free from parasitic organisms.

Example

The researchers studied the effects of the treatment on unparasitized plants.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants can remain unparasitized for years?

Really? That sounds fascinating! How do they manage that?

I think it has to do with their natural defenses against pests.

That makes sense. Nature really has some amazing strategies!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unparasitized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "parasitized" (from "parasite" which comes from Greek "parasitos" meaning one who eats at another's table). The word "unparasitized" means not affected by or infested with parasites.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'infested with parasites' ('parasitized') — that's why unparasitized means free from parasites.

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