Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
interpose
verb
/ˌɪntərˈpoʊz/
Definition
To place or insert something between two or more things; to intervene or mediate in a situation.
Examples
- She interposed herself between the two arguing friends to calm them down.
- During the meeting, he interposed his thoughts on the proposal.
- The lawyer interposed a motion to dismiss the case.
Meaning
Interpose means to put something (like an object or person) in a position between two or more things, or to come between them, often in order to change or prevent an action.
Synonyms
- intervene
- insert
- interject
- meddle
- interfere
