invades

verb

(transitive) To enter by force, usually in order to conquer.

To attack; to infringe; to encroach on; to violate.

To make an unwelcome or uninvited visit or appearance, usually with an intent to cause trouble or some other unpleasant situation.

(transitive) To infest or overrun.

(transitive) To move into.

Roots

vadovad- · Latin · go, walk

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