invasion

Definitions

An instance of invading a country or region with an armed force.

An unwelcome intrusion into another's domain or personal space.

The rapid spread or proliferation of something, typically harmful or unwanted.

Examples

The historical documentary detailed the events leading up to the invasion of the island.

Many residents felt that the new surveillance cameras were an invasion of their personal privacy.

The sudden invasion of locusts destroyed the entire harvest within a matter of days.

Synonyms

incursion raid assault attack intrusion encroachment infringement

Antonyms

retreat withdrawal departure surrender evacuation liberation defense