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Intrusion (Noun)

Meaning 1

The forcing of molten rock into fissures or between strata of an earlier rock formation.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

  • Geologic Process

Meaning 2

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

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The sudden appearance of the stranger was an unwelcome intrusion into our private gathering.
  • The new development of high-rise buildings was seen as an intrusion into the peaceful neighborhood.
  • The swarm of mosquitoes was an annoying intrusion into our outdoor picnic.
  • The company's decision to expand into the new market was viewed as an intrusion by the existing competitors.
  • The discovery of the hidden camera was a disturbing intrusion into the family's private life.

Synonyms

  • Invasion
  • Encroachment

Hypernyms

  • Entrance
  • Entering

Meaning 3

Entry to another's property without right or permission.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Violation
  • Trespass
  • Usurpation
  • Encroachment

Hypernyms

  • Misconduct
  • Wrongful Conduct
  • Wrongdoing

Hyponyms

  • Inroad

Related Words

  • Intrude (verb)

Meaning 4

Entrance by force or without permission or welcome.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Hypernyms

  • Incoming
  • Entering
  • Entry
  • Ingress

Meaning 5

Rock produced by an intrusive process.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

Hypernyms

  • Stone
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