Irruption and Onset

Irruption

Irruption noun - A sudden attack on and entrance into hostile territory.
Usage example: the irruptions of the Goths into Italy in the fifth century
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Synonyms for Irruption

Onset and irruption are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Onset" instead a noun "Irruption".

Onset

Onset noun - The act or action of setting upon with force or violence.

Irruption and onset are semantically related. You can use "Irruption" instead a noun "Onset".
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