invasive
US /ɪnˈveɪ.sɪv/
UK /ɪnˈveɪ.sɪv/
1.
tending to spread prolifically and undesirably or harmfully
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Invasive species can cause significant damage to local ecosystems.
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The company's marketing tactics were seen as too invasive.
2.
(of a medical procedure) involving entry into the body by incision or by insertion of an instrument
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The doctor recommended a less invasive procedure.
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Biopsies are considered invasive diagnostic tests.