CEFR B2

intrude

verb

Meaning

To come or go in as an unwelcome or unwanted guest or element.

Examples

I feel like I'm intruding on your family time.
The noisy neighbors constantly intrude on our peace and quiet.

Synonyms: barge in, invade, trespass, encroach

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intrude (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtruːd/

Definition

To come or go in as an unwelcome or unwanted guest or element.

Examples

I feel like I'm intruding on your family time.
The noisy neighbors constantly intrude on our peace and quiet.
Don't let your personal problems intrude into your professional life.

How to Use intrude

intrude on (prepositional phrase): To enter or disturb a place, person, or activity in an unwelcome way. — "Please don't intrude on their private conversation."
intrude into (prepositional phrase): To go into a place or situation where one is not welcome. — "He felt he was intruding into a private meeting."

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