Multiple choice softskills communication Identify Synonym. Encroach. Severity Acting as dictator Having an affable manner,carefree To trespass or intrude Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Encroach means to intrude on someone's territory or rights, often gradually. Option D captures this meaning of trespassing or intruding. Severity (A), acting as dictator (B), and having an affable manner (C) are not related to encroaching.