Meaning & Definition of word "Invasion"

Invasion

/ɪnˈveɪ.ʒən/

1. The act of invading, especially by an armed force.
- Example: The invasion of Normandy during World War II was a pivotal moment in the conflict.
2. An incursion by a large number of people or things into a place.
- Example: The invasion of exotic species has disrupted the local ecosystem.
3. An aggressive or unwelcome entrance into a person's territory or personal space.
- Example: She felt that the constant questions about her personal life were an invasion of her privacy.
4. The act of entering a place in large numbers, particularly with the intent to occupy or harm.
- Example: The invasion of the city led to widespread panic and chaos among the residents.
5. In medicine, the presence of pathological microorganisms in a host.
- Example: The invasion of bacteria into the bloodstream can lead to serious infections.

Late Latin 'invasionem', from 'invadere', meaning 'to attack, to enter forcefully'.

invasion of privacy:

Intrusion into someone's personal life without consent.

alien invasion:

A hypothetical event in science fiction where extraterrestrial beings take over Earth.

invasion force:

A group of military personnel sent to carry out an invasion.

invade:

To enter forcefully as an enemy; to attack.

invader:

A person or a group that invades a place.

incursion:

A sudden, brief invasion.

Meaning: Taking over a space or situation in an overwhelming way.

Example Sentence: The party was a total invasion of her living room!

Meaning: Unwanted guests arriving in numbers.

Example Sentence: The kids' friends turned the house into an invasion zone.