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encroachments

The word “encroachments” has 3 syllables: en-croach-ments

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkroʊtʃ.mənts/

What is synonym and antonym for encroachments?

In the thesaurus, “encroachments” has 22 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for encroachments

  • breaches
  • contraventions
  • delinquencies
  • derelictions
  • disregards
  • infractions
  • infringements
  • intrusions
  • invasions
  • misconducts
  • misdemeanors
  • misfeasances
  • misprisions
  • neglects
  • nonobservances
  • offences
  • offenses
  • sins
  • transgressions
  • trespasses
  • violations
  • wrongs

Antonyms for encroachments

Meanings of encroachments

  • 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 villagers resisted the gradual encroachments of the city.
  • Environmental groups are fighting against the encroachments on protected wetlands.
  • The company faced legal action due to its encroachments on neighboring land.
  • Constant encroachments on privacy have raised public concern.
  • The military guarded the border to prevent any encroachments from the enemy.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to encroachments, such as: breaches, contraventions, delinquencies, derelictions, disregards, infractions, infringements.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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