Invasive
(adjective)
- Tending to spread aggressively, especially in a harmful way.
- Intrusive and tending to violate privacy or individuality.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from latin invadere "to invade" + -ive.
Examples:
- The invasive plant species has spread quickly and is causing harm to the ecosystem.
- The invasive surgery required a long recovery period.
- The new security measures were invasive and caused concern among the employees.
- The invasive questions made her feel uncomfortable.
- The invasive technology has raised privacy concerns.