English Synonym Finder

maggots

Definitions

The soft-bodied, legless larvae of flies, often found in decaying organic matter.

A person or thing regarded as contemptible or worthless.

Examples

The decaying fruit in the garden was crawling with maggots.

The forensic investigator examined the body to determine how long the maggots had been present.

Synonyms

larvae grubs worms caterpillars

Antonyms

adult insects mature flies fully developed organisms