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Invasive

Ih-NVAY-sihv

/ˌɪˈnveɪsɪv/

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invasive

Dictionary meaning

Gradually intrusive without right or permission.

Examples

  • Invasive cancer cells.
  • Invasive war.

Synonyms: encroaching

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