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interlope

[in-ter-lohp]

interlope Definition

  • 1to intrude or interfere in the affairs of others; to meddle
  • 2to engage in an unauthorized or illegal trade

Using interlope: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was accused of interloping in the company's decision-making process.

  • Example

    The government has taken measures to prevent foreign companies from interloping in the local market.

  • Example

    The new regulations aim to discourage interloping in the fishing industry.

interlope Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with interlope

  • to become involved in something without being invited or welcome

    Example

    He tried to interlope in our conversation, but we ignored him.

  • to interfere with or disrupt something

    Example

    Don't interlope with my plans, I know what I'm doing.

  • a feeling of inadequacy or self-doubt experienced by a person who is new to a group or community

    Example

    She suffered from interloper syndrome when she started working at the new company.

Origins of interlope

from Dutch 'interloper', meaning 'intruder'

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Summary: interlope in Brief

'Interlope' [in-ter-lohp] means to intrude or interfere in the affairs of others, or to engage in unauthorized or illegal trade. It is often used in formal contexts and can be seen as a negative action. Examples include 'He was accused of interloping in the company's decision-making process.' and 'The new regulations aim to discourage interloping in the fishing industry.'