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Inroad
01
a gradual advance or penetration that weakens or reduces strength, influence, or effectiveness
Example
The company 's aggressive marketing strategy made significant inroads into its competitor's market share.
The rise of online streaming services has made considerable inroads into traditional television viewership.
Environmental degradation has made alarming inroads into the health of our ecosystems.
02
a sudden and often hostile invasion or raid into a territory or area
Example
The barbarian tribes made significant inroads into the kingdom's borders, pillaging villages along the way.
The surprise attack by enemy forces caught the defenders off guard, resulting in swift inroads into their territory.
The pirates made frequent inroads along the coastline, plundering merchant ships and coastal towns.
03
a success that is achieved, particularly as a result of destroying or reducing the success of another thing
