Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

obtrude

verb
/əbˈtro͞od/
Definition
To thrust something forward or impose oneself or something unwanted on others.
Examples
  • The loud music from the party seemed to obtrude on our quiet evening.
  • She didn’t mean to obtrude her opinions during the meeting, but she felt strongly about the topic.
Meaning
Obtrude means to force something upon someone in a way that is unwelcome or intrusive.
Synonyms
  • intrude
  • impose
  • interfere
  • obscure