Definitions
- Referring to an unwanted or uninvited presence in a private space or situation. - Describing an interruption or disruption of someone's privacy or personal space. - Talking about an unwelcome interference or involvement in someone's affairs or business.
- Referring to an unwanted or unnecessary interference in someone's personal or professional affairs. - Describing an attempt to control or manipulate a situation that is not one's own. - Talking about an unwelcome intervention or involvement in someone's business or decision-making process.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve unwanted interference or involvement.
- 2Both can be seen as intrusive or inappropriate behavior.
- 3Both can cause discomfort or annoyance to the person being affected.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Intrude refers to a physical or spatial invasion, while meddle refers to a more abstract or intangible interference.
- 2Intent: Intrude can be accidental or unintentional, while meddle implies a deliberate and intentional act.
- 3Degree: Meddle is often seen as a more severe or negative action than intrude.
- 4Context: Intrude is often used in situations where privacy or personal space is violated, while meddle is used in situations where someone's affairs or business are interfered with.
- 5Connotation: Intrude has a neutral or slightly negative connotation, while meddle has a more negative or critical connotation.
Remember this!
Intrude and meddle both refer to unwanted interference or involvement in someone's affairs or personal space. However, intrude is more physical and spatial, while meddle is more abstract and intangible. Intrude can be accidental or unintentional, while meddle implies a deliberate and intentional act. Additionally, meddle is often seen as a more severe or negative action than intrude.
