Mariana
What is the difference between intrusion and invasion?
Hi! I heard collocations intrusion of privacy, home intrusion but when may i use invasion? I`m a bit confused. Thank you for the answer in advance!
2020年7月14日 12:16
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Invasion is a much stronger word - unwanted guests intrude, yet countries invade each other.

Consider:

<ol><li>Sorry for my intrusion, can I have a cup of tea please?</li><li>In other news today Aliens invaded the planet</li><li>I caught a burglar who was intruding in my home - now I have installed Intruder alarms</li><li>My country often feels invaded by its neighbors because we have a lot of immigrants.</li></ol>

2020年7月14日
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I would normally say “invasion of privacy”, rather than “intrusion of privacy”, even though the meanings are similar. I also think of “invasion” in terms of the use of force, such as the invasion of a country. I would use “intrusion” to say things such as “Pardon my intrusion into your conversation” or “there were intruders at our party last night.” An intruder can also be someone who is trespassing on private property, usually with the intention of harm to the premises or persons therein.
2020年7月14日
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Intrusive is similar to someone having a peek at your phone while you're using it. that's intrusive.

Invasion is a full blown out action, the Brits have invaded/colonized most of the world. (as an example.)
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