B1nounconflicthistory
US/ɪnˈveɪ.ʒən/
UK/ɪnˈveɪ.ʒən/
when an army enters another country by force to take control of it
In context
The invasion in 1979 led to years of conflict along the border.
Ancient walls were built to protect the city from invasion.
Posting her photos without asking was an invasion of privacy.
Words that go with invasion
verb + noun
- launch an invasionThe empire launched an invasion from the sea.
- resist an invasionVillagers helped the army resist an invasion in the thirteenth century.
noun + preposition
- invasion of privacyMany people see constant camera monitoring as an invasion of privacy.
adjective + noun
- full-scale invasionDiplomats feared the border clashes could turn into a full-scale invasion.
- military invasionThe treaty was signed to prevent another military invasion.