Invasive (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Marked by a tendency to spread especially into healthy tissue; "invasive cancer cells".
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Meaning 2
Involving invasion or aggressive attack; "invasive war".
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Meaning 3
Gradually intrusive without right or permission; "we moved back from the encroaching tide"; "invasive tourists"; "trespassing hunters".
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Meaning 4
Relating to a technique in which the body is entered by puncture or incision.
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- The doctor explained that the invasive procedure would require a small incision in the patient's abdomen.
- The new medical device was designed to minimize the invasiveness of the surgery, reducing recovery time for patients.
- The invasive nature of the biopsy made it a last resort for diagnosing the rare disease.
- The patient was hesitant to undergo the invasive treatment, fearing the potential risks and complications.
- The medical team carefully weighed the benefits and risks of the invasive procedure before making a decision.