Invasion — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /in-ˈvā-zhən/ in·va·sion

Meaning & Definition of Invasion

Invasion (noun)

  1. an act of invading; especially, incursion of an army for conquest or plunder
  2. the incoming or spread of something usually hurtful

Invasion (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a sudden attack on and entrance into hostile territory

    "the invasion of the Soviet Union by Germany during World War II"

    similar: descent, foray, incursion, inroad, irruption, raid
    related: pillage, plunder, aggression, assault, coup de main, offense, offensive, onset, onslaught, rush, siege, storm, strike, charge, sally, sortie, ambuscade, ambush, surprise, trap, air raid, blitz, blitzkrieg, bombardment, counteraggression, counterassault, counterattack, counteroffensive, counterstrike

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Invasion

The most common words with a similar meaning to Invasion:

descent, foray, incursion, inroad, irruption, raid

Related Words for Invasion

pillage, plunder, aggression, assault, coup de main, offense, offensive, onset, onslaught, rush, siege, storm, strike, charge, sally, sortie, ambuscade, ambush, surprise, trap, air raid, blitz, blitzkrieg, bombardment, counteraggression, counterassault, counterattack, counteroffensive, counterstrike

Origin & Etymology of Invasion

Middle English invasioun "assault, attack," borrowed from Anglo-French invasion, envasioun, borrowed from Late Latin invāsiōn-, invāsiō "attack, taking possession by violence," from Latin invādere "to enter with hostile intent, assault, attack" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action invade

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Invasion

Words & Phrases Containing Invasion

invasion of (someone's) privacy, counterinvasion, preinvasion

Frequently Asked Questions about Invasion

What does "Invasion" mean?

"Invasion" means an act of invading; especially, incursion of an army for conquest or plunder. As a noun, it is defined as: an act of invading; especially, incursion of an army for conquest or plunder.

What is another word for "Invasion"?

Other words for "Invasion" include descent, foray, incursion, inroad, irruption and raid. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Invasion" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Invasion"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Invasion". Common alternatives include descent, foray, incursion, inroad, irruption and raid.

How do you use "Invasion" in a sentence?

Examples of "Invasion" in a sentence: "the invasion of the Soviet Union by Germany during World War II".

Is "Invasion" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Invasion" is a noun.

Is "Invasion" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Invasion" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Invasion"?

"Invasion" is pronounced /in-ˈvā-zhən/ and divided into syllables as in·va·sion.

What is the origin of the word "Invasion"?

"Invasion" comes from Middle English invasioun "assault, attack," borrowed from Anglo-French invasion, envasioun, borrowed from Late Latin invāsiōn-, invāsiō "attack, taking possession by violence," from Latin invādere "to enter with hostile intent, assault, attack" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action invade. First known use: 15th century.