INVADER Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

invader

noun

Definition of invader

as in raider

one that starts armed conflict against another especially without reasonable cause vigilant defenders at the border were quick to repel the invaders

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Recent Examples of invader Inspect Indoor Harborage Areas Many seasonal invaders seeking overwintering spots can enter your home even through the tiniest cracks and gaps, according to Crumbley. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 16 Oct. 2026 In 2021, the same government troops were routed from the same city – the capital of the northern region of Tigray – and seen as invaders. — Siyanne Mekonnen, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026 Raqib Naik, the center’s founder and executive director, said that the team documented an influx of posts portraying South Asians as invaders, job thieves and a demographic threat, evoking Great Replacement theory and remigration rhetoric. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026 Americans have demonized us as criminals, buffoons, lechers, invaders, criminals and job stealers since the fall of the Alamo. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026 Of course, all kingdoms are susceptible to invaders, and SaaS is no exception. — Srinivas Velamoor, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Following their hot Sundance title Sasquatch Sunset, David and Nathan Zellner arrive in the Great White North with a sci-fi comedy about alien invaders, hellbent to conquer Earth, but in the form of a 1950s biker gang. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 Authorities believe the killer was a home invader looking for cash or valuables. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026 Using the format of a news broadcast, Welles announced an attack on New Jersey by invaders from Mars. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Sep. 2026

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Noun

The series chronicles the rise of Norse raiders Erik Bloodaxe (Xavier Molyneux) and his wife Gunnhild, Mother of Kings (Jessica Madsen).

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026
Frank and Jesse James rode with them as the raiders killed 150 to 200 men and boys and burned down nearly every business on Massachusetts Street, as well as dozens of homes.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of raider

Noun

According to Gatto, the right traditionally emphasizes tougher criminal penalties for aggressors, while the left places greater emphasis on protection and support for victims, including shelters and specialized services.

— Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026
After the altercation, West Hollywood city officials were quick to paint Niemi as the aggressor and urged Dist.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of aggressor

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