intervention (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈvenʃn/

Definition

The action or process of intervening; the act of interfering with a situation or event to improve or change it.

Examples

• The police intervention was swift and effective.

• We need to discuss the possibility of a medical intervention.

• The international community called for an intervention to stop the conflict.

How to Use intervention

intervention in (prepositional phrase)

To get involved in the affairs of a country, group, or situation. — "The UN condemned the military intervention in the sovereign nation."

intervention with (prepositional phrase)

To get involved with a person or group, often to help or correct them. — "The therapist's intervention with the troubled teenager was successful."

intervention for (prepositional phrase)

To get involved to help or support a particular cause or person. — "The charity's intervention for the refugees provided much-needed aid."

Synonyms of intervention

Words with a similar meaning to intervention:

• interference
• meddling
• arbitration
• mediation
• amendment

Antonyms of intervention

Words with the opposite meaning to intervention:

• inaction
• noninterference

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