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Infiltrating: meaning, definitions and examples

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infiltrating

 

[ˈɪn.fɪl.treɪtɪŋ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

espionage

To secretly enter or join (an organization, place, etc.) in order to gather information or to cause damage.

Synonyms

invade, penetrate, permeate.

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Word Description / Examples
infiltrating

Typically used in military, espionage, or commercial contexts when someone or something secretly enters or gains access to an organization or place.

  • The spies were infiltrating the enemy's headquarters.
  • Hackers are infiltrating the company's database.
penetrate

Used when something or someone goes through or into another substance or area, often implying difficulty or depth; can describe both physical and non-physical entry.

  • The bullet was able to penetrate the armor.
  • His words managed to penetrate her defenses.
invade

Often used in a military context to describe the forceful entry into a region or country; can also refer to unwanted intrusions into personal space or privacy.

  • The army planned to invade the neighboring country at dawn.
  • She felt uncomfortable when he invaded her personal space.
permeate

Used when something spreads throughout a space or substance, gradually and completely; often refers to smells, ideas, or liquids.

  • The smell of freshly baked bread began to permeate the house.
  • Her enthusiasm seemed to permeate the whole team.

Examples of usage

  • The spy was infiltrating the enemy organization to gather intelligence.
  • The hacker infiltrated the company's database to steal sensitive information.
Context #2 | Verb

medicine

To pass into or through (a substance) by filtering or permeating.

Synonyms

filter, penetrate, permeate.

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Word Description / Examples
infiltrating

Used when someone or something secretly enters or gains access to a place, organization, or group, usually for a specific purpose.

  • The spy was infiltrating the enemy's base to gather intelligence
  • The hacker tried infiltrating the network without being detected
penetrate

Used when something breaks through a barrier or enters a space, often with some force or difficulty.

  • The knives are so sharp that they can easily penetrate even the thickest leather
  • The company's marketing strategies helped them penetrate new international markets
permeate

Used when something spreads throughout or fills an entire area, often gradually and thoroughly.

  • The scent of roses permeated the entire garden
  • The innovative ideas quickly permeated the corporate culture
filter

Used when describing the process of removing unwanted components from a substance. Often used with liquids, air, or data.

  • The water treatment plant filters impurities from the river before supplying it to the city
  • You can use this software to filter spam emails from your inbox

Examples of usage

  • The dye infiltrated the tissue to make the tumor visible on the scan.
  • The medication is designed to infiltrate the bloodstream quickly.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • Originates from the Latin word 'infiltrare,' meaning 'to filter in,' combining 'in' (into) and 'filtrare' (to filter).
  • The term evolved in military jargon to describe secretive entries into enemy spaces.

Military Strategy

  • In modern warfare, infiltrating involves special forces entering enemy territory unnoticed to gather intelligence.
  • Historical texts show that guerrilla warfare tactics often included infiltrating enemy lines to disrupt operations.

Literature

  • In fiction, characters often infiltrate organizations, highlighting themes of trust, betrayal, and hidden identities.
  • Novels like 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' showcase the moral dilemmas of infiltrating enemy ranks.

Technology

  • Cybersecurity uses the term to describe unauthorized access to networks, where hackers infiltrate systems to steal data.
  • In software development, infiltrating can refer to integrating new features or systems within existing ones, often in complex ways.

Translations

Translations of the word "infiltrating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 infiltrando

🇮🇳 घुसपैठ करना

🇩🇪 infiltrieren

🇮🇩 menyusup

🇺🇦 проникнення

🇵🇱 infiltracja

🇯🇵 潜入する

🇫🇷 infiltrer

🇪🇸 infiltrar

🇹🇷 sızmak

🇰🇷 침투

🇸🇦 اختراق

🇨🇿 pronikání

🇸🇰 infiltrácia

🇨🇳 渗透

🇸🇮 infiltracija

🇮🇸 innrás

🇰🇿 ену

🇬🇪 შესვლა

🇦🇿 nüfuz etmə

🇲🇽 infiltración

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,039, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.