intruding

[inˈtro͞odiNG]

intruding Definition

• 1. entering a place or situation without being invited or welcome
• 2. interrupting someone or something uninvited

Using intruding: Examples

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

• Example

  I'm sorry for intruding, but I need to talk to you.

• Example

  I don't want to be intruding on your conversation.

• Example

  The noise from the party was intruding into my thoughts.

• Example

  I felt like I was intruding on their privacy.

intruding Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for intruding

• trespassing
• invading
• encroaching
• interfering
• meddling

Antonyms for intruding

• retreating
• withdrawing

Phrases with intruding

• intruding thoughts

  unwanted and intrusive thoughts that are difficult to control

  Example

  She couldn't focus on her work because of the intruding thoughts in her mind.

• intruding species

  species that invade and disrupt an ecosystem where they are not native

  Example

  The introduction of the intruding species has caused a decline in the population of the native species.

• intruding object

  an object that is out of place or unwanted in a particular setting

  Example

  The intruding object in the photo ruined the composition.

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Summary: intruding in Brief

'Intruding' [inˈtro͞odiNG] refers to entering a place or situation without being invited or welcome, or interrupting someone or something uninvited. It can also refer to unwanted thoughts or objects. Examples include 'I'm sorry for intruding, but I need to talk to you.' and 'The noise from the party was intruding into my thoughts.' Synonyms include 'trespassing,' 'invading,' and 'interfering.'