ENCROACHMENT Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word encroachment. (close relations)
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| intrusion | nounn | |||||
noun • any entry into an area not previously occupied • entrance by force or without permission or welcome • the forcing of molten rock into fissures or between strata of an earlier rock formation • rock produced by an intrusive process • entry to another's property without right or permission | ||||||
| impingement | nounn | |||||
noun • influencing strongly • a sharp collision produced by striking or dashing against something | ||||||
| invasion | nounn | |||||
noun • the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder • any entry into an area not previously occupied • (pathology) the spread of pathogenic microorganisms or malignant cells to new sites in the body | ||||||
| trespass | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a wrongful interference with the possession of property (personal property as well as realty), or the action instituted to recover damages • entry to another's property without right or permission verb • enter unlawfully on someone's property • make excessive use of • break the law • commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law • pass beyond (limits or boundaries) | ||||||
| usurpation | nounn | |||||
noun • entry to another's property without right or permission • wrongfully seizing and holding (an office or powers) by force (especially the seizure of a throne or supreme authority) | ||||||
| violation | nounn | |||||
noun • a crime less serious than a felony • an act that disregards an agreement or a right • entry to another's property without right or permission • a disrespectful act • the crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will | ||||||
| infringement | nounn | |||||
noun • an act that disregards an agreement or a right • a crime less serious than a felony | ||||||
| trespassing | verb, nounv, n | |||||
adjective satellite • gradually intrusive without right or permission | ||||||
| obtrusion | nounn | |||||
noun • An interference or intrusion. • An encroachment beyond proper limits. | ||||||
| overstepping | verbv | |||||
verb • pass beyond (limits or boundaries) • be superior or better than some standard | ||||||
| impact | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the striking of one body against another • a forceful consequence; a strong effect • influencing strongly • the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat verb • press or wedge together; pack together • have an effect upon | ||||||
