invading
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈveɪdɪŋ// UK //ɪnvˈeɪdɪŋ// in·vad·ing
adj. entering a place by force or in a way that is not wanted. It describes something that spreads quickly and takes over space that belongs to others.
adj. entering a territory or space by force or without invitation; encroaching upon a private or protected area. Often used as a participial adjective to describe forces, species, or thoughts.
The invading army marched toward the capital city.
Gardeners must act quickly to remove invading weeds before they choke the native flowers.
The documentary explores how invading species can disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native wildlife for limited food and nesting resources.
Usage
Often used attributively before a noun to describe an external force entering a space.