What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
meddling
Example
She couldn't resist meddling in her friend's love life. [meddling: verb]
Example
His constant meddling in the project caused delays and confusion. [meddling: noun]
interfering
Example
Stop interfering in my personal life! [interfering: verb]
Example
Her interfering nature made it difficult for others to work independently. [interfering: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Interfering is more commonly used than meddling in everyday language, especially in formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between meddling and interfering?
Interfering is more commonly used in formal contexts than meddling, but both words are generally informal and should be used with caution in professional settings.
