Definition of encroaching

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • encroaching is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 19
  • encroaching is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 19
  • encroaching is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 23

Definition of encroaching


  • gradually intrusive without right or permission (adjective)

    Examples

    1. we moved back from the encroaching tide

    Synonyms

    1. invasive
    2. trespassing

See definition of encroaching in Merriam Webster