infiltration

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of gaining access to or entering a place, especially a secret or enclosed one, surreptitiously or without authorization.

  - "The spies carried out a successful infiltration of the enemy camp."
  - "The journalist went undercover to infiltrate the criminal organization."

• Noun

  The process by which a substance or agent penetrates or permeates another substance or body.

  - "The oil infiltrated the porous rock and created cracks."
  - "The dye infiltrated the fabric, staining it permanently."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with infiltration
filtration , station , vacation

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Variants

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infiltrate , infiltrated , infiltrates , infiltrating , infiltration , infiltrations , infiltrative , infiltrator , infiltrators

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'infiltrare', meaning 'to soak in, permeate'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'infiltration' was first used in English during the 16th century.

2. Infiltration is a common tactic used by military and intelligence agencies, as well as by criminals and terrorists.

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Related Concepts

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1. Exfiltration: The opposite of infiltration, meaning the act of leaving a place or area secretly or surreptitiously.

2. Penetration: The act of entering or gaining access to a place or system, often with the intent of causing damage or obtaining information.

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Culture

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Infiltration has been a common theme in literature and film, particularly in the genres of espionage and crime. It is often portrayed as a dangerous and exciting endeavor, requiring great skill and nerve.

How to Memorize "infiltration"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a spy wearing a disguise and sneaking into an enemy compound. Visualize the feeling of excitement and danger as they carry out their mission.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'infiltration' with the image of a submarine submerging underwater to avoid detection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'INFILTRATE' to remember the definition: 'I' is for 'In', 'N' is for 'Notice', 'F' is for 'Find', 'I' is for 'Information', 'L' is for 'Learn', 'T' is for 'Take', 'R' is for 'Risk', and 'A' is for 'Achieve'.

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