invasive

Definitions

Tending to spread prolifically and undesirably or harmfully.

Relating to a medical procedure that involves entering the body, typically by cutting or puncturing the skin.

Intruding on a person's thoughts, privacy, or personal space.

Examples

The invasive species of weed quickly took over the entire garden, choking out the native flowers.

Many patients find the medical procedure to be quite invasive and prefer less intrusive alternatives.

Synonyms

intrusive encroaching obtrusive meddlesome interfering prying trespassing

Antonyms

unobtrusive nonintrusive discreet reserved inconspicuous unassuming private