invaders
word · lemma: invader
Definition
People or groups who enter a place, country, or region by force in order to take control, usually without permission.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in historical, military, or science fiction contexts. Always plural; 'invader' is the singular form. Common collocations: 'enemy invaders,' 'alien invaders,' 'fend off the invaders.' Can refer to humans or fictional beings.
Spanish: invasoresPortuguese (BR): invasoresPortuguese (PT): invasoresChinese (Simplified): 入侵者Chinese (Traditional): 入侵者Hindi: आक्रांताओंArabic: الغزاةBengali: আক্রমণকারী - দখলদারRussian: захватчики - захватчики (инопланетные)Japanese: 侵略者Vietnamese: kẻ xâm lượcKorean: 침입자Turkish: istilacılarUrdu: حملہ آورIndonesian: penyerbu - penjajah
Example Sentences
Science fiction movies often show alien invaders attacking Earth.
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The invaders took control of the land.
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The city walls protected the people from invaders.
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People hid from the invaders during the attack.
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The soldiers fought bravely against the invaders.
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After the battle, the invaders quickly retreated to their ships.
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