intrude

[ɪnˈtruːd]

intrude Definition

  • 1to come or go into a place where you are not wanted or are not supposed to be
  • 2to become involved in a situation in a way that is not welcome or invited
  • 3to interrupt someone or something rudely or abruptly

Using intrude: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intrude" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm sorry to intrude, but I need to speak with you.

  • Example

    The company was accused of intruding on people's privacy.

  • Example

    I don't want to intrude on your plans for the weekend.

  • Example

    He tends to intrude himself into other people's conversations.

  • Example

    The loud noise from the construction site intruded upon our peaceful afternoon.

intrude Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for intrude

Phrases with intrude

  • to disturb or interrupt someone or something

    Example

    I didn't mean to intrude on your conversation.

  • to become involved in a situation in a way that is not welcome or invited

    Example

    I don't want to intrude into your personal life.

  • to involve oneself in something without being asked or wanted

    Example

    He always tries to intrude himself into our conversations.

Origins of intrude

from Latin 'intrudere', meaning 'to thrust in'

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Summary: intrude in Brief

The verb 'intrude' [ɪnˈtruːd] means to enter a place or situation where one is not welcome or invited, to become involved in a situation in an unwelcome or uninvited manner, or to interrupt someone or something rudely or abruptly. It can be used in phrases like 'intrude on/upon something' and 'intrude into something,' and has informal equivalents like 'butt in' and 'nose in.'

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