meddlesome

[med-l-suhm]

meddlesome Definition

• 1. intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
• 2. prying into the affairs of others

Using meddlesome: Examples

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

• Example

  The meddlesome neighbor was always snooping around.

• Example

  I wish my mother-in-law would stop being so meddlesome.

• Example

  The meddlesome reporter kept asking personal questions.

meddlesome Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for meddlesome

• interfering
• intrusive
• nosy
• obtrusive
• officious

Antonyms for meddlesome

• unobtrusive
• discreet
• respectful

Phrases with meddlesome

• meddlesome priest

  a person who interferes in matters that are not their concern

  Example

  The meddlesome priest was always giving unsolicited advice.

• meddlesome monkey

  a monkey that is known to steal things and interfere with human activities

  Example

  The meddlesome monkey stole my hat and ran away.

• meddlesome aunt

  an aunt who is overly involved in the personal affairs of her nieces or nephews

  Example

  My meddlesome aunt always tries to set me up on dates.

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Summary: meddlesome in Brief

The term 'meddlesome' [med-l-suhm] refers to someone who is intrusive or prying into the affairs of others. It is often used to describe people who interfere in matters that are not their concern, such as a meddlesome neighbor or a meddlesome reporter. Synonyms include 'interfering,' 'intrusive,' and 'nosy.' Antonyms include 'unobtrusive,' 'discreet,' and 'respectful.'