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ENCROACHING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Encroaching.

Encroaching - as an adjective satellite

Gradually intrusive without right or permission

Example: "We moved back from the encroaching tide"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
invasive14trespassing14

Encroaching - as a verb

To seize, appropriate

To intrude unrightfully on someone else’s rights or territory

To advance gradually beyond due limits

Encroaching - as an adjective

That encroaches.

Example: "She could hardly see anything in the encroaching darkness."

Example Sentences

"The encroaching storm darkened the sky."
"The encroaching vines had begun to cover the old abandoned house."
"The encroaching development threatened the natural habitat of the wildlife."
"She felt trapped by the encroaching crowds in the busy city."
"The encroaching fog made it difficult to see the road ahead."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCROACHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encroaching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCROACHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is ENCROACHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encroaching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCROACHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is ENCROACHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encroaching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCROACHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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