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ENCROACHED

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Encroached.

Encroached - as a verb

Advance beyond the usual limit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impingeinfringe

Impinge or infringe upon

Example: "This impinges on my rights as an individual"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
entrenchimpingetrench

Example Sentences

"The construction encroached on the neighboring property."
"The city's expanding suburbs encroached upon the farmland."
"The overgrown plants encroached onto the walking path."
"The new building encroached upon the historical district."
"As the tide rose, the water encroached upon the sandy beach."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCROACHED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encroached is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCROACHED has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is ENCROACHED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encroached is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCROACHED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is ENCROACHED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encroached is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCROACHED has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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