predacious

/prɪˈdeɪʃəs/
adjective
  1. Variant spelling of predaceous; living by preying on other animals.
    • Some predacious fungi trap tiny worms in the soil.
    • The predacious habits of the weasel make it a skilled hunter.
    • The predacious dragonfly catches mosquitoes in midair.
  2. Variant spelling of predaceous; inclined to exploit others.
    • The predacious tactics of the advertising firm were widely condemned.
    • The predacious landlord raised rents without making any repairs.
    • Her predacious comments during the meeting upset her coworkers.
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