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invader

|in/va/der|

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/ɪnˈveɪdər/

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/ɪnˈveɪdə/

(invade)

enter forcefully

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
invadeinvadersinvadesinvadedinvadedinvadinginvasion
Etymology
Etymology Information

'invader' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'invadere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'vadere' meant 'to go.'

Historical Evolution

'invadere' transformed into the Old French word 'invader,' and eventually became the modern English word 'invader' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to go into or enter,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to enter by force.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or group that enters a place by force, often to conquer or occupy it.

The invaders took control of the city within days.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39