Definitions
- Describing an action of getting involved in someone else's business without being asked or invited. - Referring to an intrusive or unwanted interference in someone else's affairs. - Talking about an action of meddling with something that is not one's concern or responsibility.
- Referring to an action of getting involved in a situation or process that one is not a part of. - Describing an action of obstructing or hindering the progress or success of something. - Talking about an action of interrupting or disturbing something in progress.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe an action of involvement in something that is not one's own business.
- 2Both words can have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can refer to actions that disrupt or hinder progress or success.
- 4Both words can be used in a variety of contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Intent: Meddle implies an unwanted or intrusive involvement, while interfere can be intentional or unintentional.
- 2Scope: Meddle often refers to personal relationships or affairs, while interfere can refer to a wider range of situations.
- 3Effect: Meddling can cause annoyance or frustration, while interference can cause damage or harm.
- 4Connotation: Meddling has a more negative connotation than interference, which can be neutral or negative depending on the context.
- 5Responsibility: Meddling implies a lack of responsibility or authority, while interference can involve a legitimate or authorized involvement.
Remember this!
Meddle and interfere both describe an action of involvement in something that is not one's own business. However, the difference between them lies in their intent, scope, effect, connotation, and responsibility. Meddle implies unwanted or intrusive involvement in personal relationships or affairs, while interfere can be intentional or unintentional and can refer to a wider range of situations. Additionally, meddling can cause annoyance or frustration, while interference can cause damage or harm.
