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encroach vs trespass

trespass vs encroach

encroach is not a noun while trespass is a noun.

encroach and trespass both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
encroach No No Yes No
trespass Yes No Yes No
As verbs, trespass is a hypernym of encroach; that is, trespass is a word with a broader meaning than encroach:
  • encroach: impinge or infringe upon
  • trespass: make excessive use of
Other hypernyms of encroach include take advantage.
encroach (noun) trespass (noun)
entry to another's property without right or permission
a wrongful interference with the possession of property (personal property as well as realty), or the action instituted to recover damages
encroach (verb) trespass (verb)
advance beyond the usual limit pass beyond (limits or boundaries)
impinge or infringe upon break the law
enter unlawfully on someone's property
commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law
make excessive use of
Difference between encroach and trespass

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