trespassed

[ˈtrespəst]

trespassed Definition

• 1. entered someone's land or property without permission
• 2. committed an offense against someone or something

Using trespassed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trespassed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sign clearly stated that no one was allowed to enter the property, but he trespassed anyway.

• Example

  The company was sued for trespassing on their competitor's intellectual property.

• Example

  He was arrested for trespassing on government property.

trespassed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trespassed

• intruded
• encroached
• invaded

Antonyms for trespassed

• complied
• obeyed

Phrases with trespassed

• trespass on someone's toes

  offend or encroach upon someone's feelings or beliefs

  Example

  I didn't mean to trespass on your toes with my comment.

• trespass against someone

  commit a sin or offense against someone

  Example

  Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.

• no trespassing

  a sign indicating that entry is prohibited

  Example

  The property owner put up a 'no trespassing' sign to keep people out.

Origins of trespassed

from Old French 'trespasser', meaning 'pass over, go beyond'

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Summary: trespassed in Brief

'Trespassed' [ˈtrespəst] means to enter someone's land or property without permission or commit an offense against someone or something. It is often used in legal contexts and can be seen in phrases like 'no trespassing' and 'trespass on someone's toes.' Examples include 'The company was sued for trespassing on their competitor's intellectual property.'