Synonyms for encroachment

Synonyms for (noun) encroachment

Synonyms: encroachment, impact, impingement

Definition: influencing strongly

Usage: they resented the impingement of American values on European culture

Similar words: influence

Definition: causing something without any direct or apparent effort


Synonyms: encroachment, violation, usurpation, trespass, intrusion

Definition: entry to another's property without right or permission

Similar words: misconduct, wrongdoing, wrongful conduct, actus reus

Definition: activity that transgresses moral or civil law

Usage: he denied any wrongdoing


Synonyms: encroachment, intrusion, invasion

Definition: any entry into an area not previously occupied

Usage: an invasion of tourists; an invasion of locusts

Similar words: entering, entrance

Definition: a movement into or inward


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