Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
invade
verb
/ɪnˈveɪd/
Definition
to enter a place or situation in large numbers, often with hostile intent.
Examples
- The army decided to invade the neighboring country to protect its borders.
- The weeds began to invade the garden, choking out the flowers.
Meaning
When someone invades, they intrude or encroach into an area where they are not welcomed, usually for taking control or causing harm.
Synonyms
- assault
- intrude
- encroach
- attack
- overrun
