Synonyms for
Infiltrate
Definition
to secretly enter or join (something, such as a group or an organization) in order to get information or do harm
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- infiltrate enemy lines
- infiltrate the organization
- infiltrate the market
- infiltrate a system
- infiltrate a group
- infiltrate the ranks
- infiltrate the government
Word family
Usage note
Often used in military or espionage contexts to describe secret entry, but can also refer to the gradual introduction of something into a place or organization.
Example sentences
- The spy tried to infiltrate the enemy's headquarters.
- The virus can infiltrate your computer if you click on the wrong link.
- The company was infiltrated by criminals who stole sensitive information.
- The police officer was able to infiltrate the gang and gather evidence.
- The water started to infiltrate the basement during the heavy rainstorm.
Quotes
We have to infiltrate the enemy's lines and gather intelligence.
The spy was able to infiltrate the organization and learn their plans.
The hacker tried to infiltrate the company's database and steal information.