infiltration
1 synonym and 1 antonym for infiltration, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of secretly entering an organization, group, or place.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use infiltration
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
infiltration of the market
water infiltration
enemy infiltration
Etymology
From Medieval Latin infiltratio, built on infiltrate.
Full origin of infiltration →Frequently asked questions
What does “infiltration” mean?
The word “infiltration” means the act of secretly entering an organization, group, or place. In plain terms, secretly getting inside something, or a liquid slowly soaking through a material.
How do you pronounce “infiltration”?
“Infiltration” is pronounced ihn-fihl-TRAY-shuhn (/ˌɪnfəlˈtɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “infiltration” in a sentence?
Here is “infiltration” used in a sentence: “The report detailed the spy's infiltration of the ministry over several years.”
What part of speech is “infiltration”?
“Infiltration” is a noun.
Where does the word “infiltration” come from?
The word “infiltration” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin infiltratio, built on infiltrate.
Is “infiltration” a common word?
“Infiltration” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “infiltration” have?
“Infiltration” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of secretly entering an organization, group, or place.
