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Encroaching — synonyms, definition

1. encroaching (Adjective)

2 synonyms
invasive trespassing
1 definition

encroaching (Adjective) — Gradually intrusive without right or permission. ex. "we moved back from the encroaching tide"

2. encroaching (Verb)

4 synonyms
entrenching impinging infringing trenching
2 definitions

encroaching (Verb) — Advance beyond the usual limit.

encroaching (Verb) — Have a negative effect on, esp. by somehow restricting; infringe upon. ex. "This encroaches on my rights as an individual"

8 types of
advancing going on marching on moving on passing on progressing taking advantage trespassing