What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
infested
Example
The abandoned house was infested with rats and cockroaches. [infested: adjective]
Example
The garden was infested with aphids, which damaged the plants. [infested: verb]
plagued
Example
The company was plagued by financial problems for years. [plagued: verb]
Example
The city was plagued by a cholera outbreak that killed many people. [plagued: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Infested is more commonly used than plagued in everyday language, especially when referring to a physical condition. Plagued is less common and is often used in more formal or literary contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between infested and plagued?
Plagued is generally considered more formal than infested, and it is often used in more serious or literary contexts. Infested is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
