Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Encroach

Intrude

The most appropriate synonym of the word "encroach" is intrude.

• Encroach means "to intrude gradually, stealthily, or insidiously upon the rights, property, etc., of another."
• Intrude means "to come in without invitation, permission, or welcome; intrude upon."

The other words do not have the same meaning as "encroach."

• Disregard means "to pay no attention to; treat with indifference."
• Ignore means "to refuse to take notice of or acknowledge; disregard."
• Forget means "to be unable to remember something."