Question

What is the best replacement for the underlined word below:
The males, which are smaller than the females, have evolved into parasitic mates.
a.
married
c.
antitoxin
b.
leechlike
d.
camouflaged

Answer 1

The best replacement for the underlined word "parasitic" in the sentence "The males, which are smaller than the females, have evolved into parasitic mates" is:

**b. leechlike**

This option conveys the idea of something that is dependent on another for support or sustenance, which aligns with the meaning of "parasitic."