Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
interfere
verb
/ˌɪn.təˈfɪər/
Definition
To involve oneself in a situation where one is not wanted or has no right to be.
Examples
- The loud music interfered with my ability to concentrate on my homework.
- I didn’t want to interfere in their conversation, so I stayed quiet.
- She tried to intervene but only ended up interfering with the natural flow of events.
Meaning
To meddle or obstruct the actions or processes of something or someone.
Synonyms
- meddle
- intrude
- obstruct
- intervene
- infringe
