Definitions
- Describing someone or something that invades or interrupts privacy or personal space. - Referring to an unwanted or unwelcome presence or interference. - Talking about a behavior or action that is overly assertive or invasive.
- Describing someone who interferes in other people's affairs without being asked or invited. - Referring to a person who is excessively curious or nosy. - Talking about a behavior or action that is intrusive and unwanted.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe behavior that involves interfering with others.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can be used to describe people or actions.
- 4Both words imply a lack of respect for boundaries or privacy.
- 5Both words can cause discomfort or annoyance to others.
What is the difference?
- 1Intent: Intrusive implies a more forceful and intentional invasion of privacy or personal space, while meddlesome suggests a more curious or nosy behavior.
- 2Degree: Intrusive is often seen as more extreme or severe than meddlesome.
- 3Scope: Intrusive can refer to a wider range of situations, including physical intrusion, while meddlesome is more commonly used to describe verbal or mental interference.
- 4Attitude: Intrusive can be seen as more aggressive or hostile, while meddlesome is often associated with a more annoying or bothersome behavior.
- 5Frequency: Meddlesome can imply a more repetitive or habitual behavior than intrusive.
Remember this!
Intrusive and meddlesome are synonyms that describe behavior that involves interfering with others. However, intrusive implies a more forceful and intentional invasion of privacy or personal space, while meddlesome suggests a more curious or nosy behavior. Additionally, intrusive is often seen as more extreme or severe than meddlesome, and can refer to a wider range of situations.
