Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intrude
verb
/ɪnˈtruːd/
Definition
To come into a place or situation where one is unwelcome or unwanted.
Examples
- She didn’t mean to intrude on their private conversation.
- Please, don’t intrude into my personal life.
- When he intruded upon her thoughts, she felt annoyed.
Meaning
To interrupt or interfere in someone else’s affairs without invitation or permission.
Synonyms
- infringe
- interfere
- trespass
- interpose
- obtrude
