Invasion

/ɪnvˈe‍ɪʒən/

/ˌɪnˈveɪʒən/

Invasion

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

any entry into an area not previously occupied

synonyms : encroachment

intrusion

(pathology) the spread of pathogenic microorganisms or malignant cells to new sites in the body

Examples

1. His constant invasion of her privacy was driving her to distraction.

2. January's theme is Invasion.

3. The invasion was over.

4. But the invasion further damaged the country’s infrastructure.