Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Encroach”
To slowly and quietly move into someone else's space or take their rights, usually without asking. Like spreading into territory that isn't yours.
Word Family of Encroach
What is the noun of encroach? — encroachment
What is the verb of encroach? — encroach
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Urban development continues to encroach on the remaining natural forests. C1
- The company's advertising tactics encroach upon consumer privacy rights. C1
- Rising sea levels encroach on coastal communities, forcing relocations. C1
Word Form Patterns for Encroach
-ment
Adds **-ment** to make a noun naming the result or action of a verb. Example: encroach → encroachment.
Origin and Word Formation of Encroach
From Old French 'encrochier' (seize, hook). 'En-' (into) + 'croche' (hook/claw). Entered English in 14th century; originally meant 'to seize with a hook'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Encroach
What are the word forms of “encroach”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “encroach”?
“encroach” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “encroach” come from?
From Old French 'encrochier' (seize, hook). 'En-' (into) + 'croche' (hook/claw). Entered English in 14th century; originally meant 'to seize with a hook'.