Definition

Describing something that is capable of entering or spreading into a place or system, often in a secretive or stealthy manner.

Example

The infiltrative tactics used by the spy allowed him to gather information without being detected.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new movie with the infiltrative storyline?

Yeah, it sounds really intriguing!

I love films that have a plot like that, where secrets are slowly revealed.

Same here! It makes the story much more engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infiltrative → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "filtrare" (meaning to filter). The word describes the action of filtering or penetrating into a substance or area.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'filtering in' ('in-') — that's why infiltrative means something that penetrates or filters into another.

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