incursion
3 antonyms and opposites of incursion, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A sudden military raid or invasion into another territory.
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How to use incursion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French incursion, from Latin incursiō ("an attack, assault"), from incurrere ("to run into").
Full origin of incursion →Frequently asked questions
What does “incursion” mean?
The word “incursion” means a sudden military raid or invasion into another territory. In plain terms, a sudden move into territory that doesn't belong to you, whether military or figurative.
How do you pronounce “incursion”?
“Incursion” is pronounced ihng-KUR-zhuhn (/ɪŋˈkɜː(ɹ)ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “incursion” in a sentence?
Here is “incursion” used in a sentence: “The army launched an incursion across the border.”
What is another word for “incursion”?
Words with a similar meaning to “incursion” include attack and movement.
What is the opposite of “incursion”?
The opposite of “incursion” — its antonyms — are attack, movement and excursion.
What part of speech is “incursion”?
“Incursion” is a noun.
Where does the word “incursion” come from?
The word “incursion” comes from Latin. From Old French incursion, from Latin incursiō ("an attack, assault"), from incurrere ("to run into").
How many meanings does “incursion” have?
“Incursion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden military raid or invasion into another territory.