invasive
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/ɪnˈveɪsɪv/
🇬🇧
/ɪnˈveɪsɪv/
adjective
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Spreads fast and is hard to stop
The invasive cancer cells grew quickly.
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Involves cutting into the body
The invasive surgery required a large incision.
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Not native and causes harm to the environment
The invasive plant species harmed local wildlife.
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Affects thoughts or privacy
The loud music felt invasive and disturbing.
translation
Spreads fast and is hard to stop; Involves cutting into the body; Not native and causes harm to the environment; Affects thoughts or privacy