Meaning & Definition of word "Invade"

Invade

/ɪnˈveɪd/

1. to enter a place or situation in large numbers, often in a disruptive or aggressive manner.
- Example: The tourists began to invade the small town, overwhelming the local shops and restaurants.
2. to encroach upon someone's rights or privacy.
- Example: His constant phone calls began to invade her personal space.
3. to intrude or infringe upon someone's territory.
- Example: The insects invade the garden every summer, ruining the crops.
4. to enter a place or area by force in order to conquer or occupy it.
- Example: The army planned to invade the neighboring country to expand its territory.

●From Latin 'invadere', meaning 'to attack, enter forcefully'.

invade someone's privacy:

To intrude into someone's personal life or space.

invade a market:

To enter a business market with the intent to compete or dominate.

invade a territory:

To move into a region with force or intention of control.

invasion:

The act of invading, especially in a military context.

invader:

One who invades; a person or group that enters forcefully.

invasive:

Tending to spread unwantedly; harmful to the environment.

Meaning: To take over or dominate a situation.

● Example Sentence: He just invaded the conversation with his opinion.

Meaning: To barge in unexpectedly or without invitation.

● Example Sentence: You can't just invade our plans like that!