Encroachment (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Any entry into an area not previously occupied; "an invasion of tourists"; "an invasion of locusts".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

• Intrusion
• Invasion

Hypernyms

• Entrance

Related Words

• Encroach (verb)

Meaning ²

Entry to another's property without right or permission.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Violation
• Intrusion
• Trespass
• Usurpation

Hypernyms

• Misconduct
• Actus Reus
• Wrongdoing

Hyponyms

• Inroad

Related Words

• Encroach (verb)

Meaning ³

Influencing strongly; "they resented the impingement of American values on European culture".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Impingement
• Impact

Hypernyms

• Influence

Related Words

• Encroach (verb)