Synonyms for

Invading

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

Definition

Invading means entering a place by force with the intention of taking control of it.

Synonyms & similar words

invade incursive occupy intrudeon invasive obtrudeupon overrun encroachupon infest occupying conquering overrunning attacking raiding penetrating infiltrating intruding trespassing violating breaching storming assaulting besieging encroaching usurping seizing capturing subjugating dominating

Synonyms by register

Formal

infiltrating encroaching intruding penetrating

Informal

moving in taking over muscling in

Literary

assailing overrunning

Antonyms

defending protecting repelling resisting withstanding guarding

Common collocations

  • invading forces
  • invading army
  • invading territory
  • invading country
  • invading space
  • invading privacy
  • invading the market

Word family

noun invasion
verb invade
adjective invading

Usage note

The word 'invading' often carries a negative connotation, implying an unwelcome or aggressive entry. It can be used literally for military actions or figuratively for unwelcome intrusions into personal space or markets.

Example sentences

  1. The ants were invading the picnic area.
  2. The barbarians were invading the Roman Empire.
  3. The virus was invading the host's body.
  4. The hackers were invading the computer system.
  5. The weeds were invading the garden.

Quotes

  • Invasion of a city provokes resentment, but the wholesale massacre of its inhabitants only serves to intensify their fury.
  • The first casualty when war comes is truth.
  • Invading Iraq after 9/11 was like invading Mexico after Pearl Harbor.

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