infiltrate (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/

Definition

Enter or gain access to an organization, place, or group gradually and often surreptitiously, typically to acquire secret information or exert influence.

Examples

• The undercover journalist hoped to infiltrate the corrupt corporation to expose their illegal practices.

• Special forces were trained to infiltrate enemy lines without being detected by radar.

• Computer viruses often infiltrate systems by hiding inside seemingly harmless email attachments.

Synonyms of infiltrate

Words with a similar meaning to infiltrate:

• enter
• penetrate
• sneak into
• infiltrate

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