Synonyms for

Invades

Verb / ˌɪˈnveɪdz / Another word for invades — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To enter a place or situation without permission or welcome, often in a forceful or harmful way.

Synonyms & similar words

invade occupy intrudeon obtrudeupon overrun encroachupon infest penetrate conquer occupy attack storm raid assault intrude trespass encroach overrun infest enter infiltrate overwhelm overpower subjugate dominate overthrow

Example sentences

  1. The ants invaded the kitchen looking for food.
  2. The pirates planned to invade the island.
  3. The virus can invade your body and make you sick.
  4. The barbarians tried to invade Rome.
  5. The hackers tried to invade the company's computer system.

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  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The best way to predict your future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln
  • In war, the human factor cannot be disregarded. - Mao Zedong

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