encroachment

The word “encroachment” has 3 syllables: en-croach-ment

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkroʊtʃ.mənt/

What is synonym and antonym for encroachment?

In the thesaurus, “encroachment” has 33 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for encroachment along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for encroachment

breach
contravention
delinquency
dereliction
descent
disregard
foray
forgetting
ignoring
impingement
incursion
infraction
infringement
inroad
intrusion
invasion
irruption
misconduct
misdemeanor
misfeasance
misprision
neglect
nonobservance
obtrusion
offence
offense
overlooking
raid
sin
transgression
trespass
violation
wrong

Antonyms for encroachment

noninfringement
observance
respecting
upholding

Meanings of encroachment

noun
1. An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
2. An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.
3. That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.
4. An unlawful diminution of the possessions of another.

Example Sentences

The government is concerned about the encroachment of industries into protected forests.
She felt a clear encroachment on her personal freedom.
The encroachment of urban areas has reduced wildlife habitats.
Farmers protested against the encroachment on their ancestral lands.
The encroachment of noise pollution has affected the community’s well-being.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to encroachment, such as: breach, contravention, delinquency, dereliction, descent, disregard, foray.

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