CEFR B2

intrusion

noun

Meaning

The act of putting oneself or something into a place or situation where one is not wanted or expected.

Examples

The constant intrusion of advertising into online content can be very annoying.
He apologized for the intrusion into her private life.

Synonyms: interference, trespass, encroachment, incursion

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intrusion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtruːʒən/

Definition

The act of putting oneself or something into a place or situation where one is not wanted or expected.

Examples

The constant intrusion of advertising into online content can be very annoying.
He apologized for the intrusion into her private life.
The intrusion of foreign troops into the sovereign territory was condemned by the international community.

How to Use intrusion

intrusion into (prepositional phrase): The act of entering or forcing oneself into a place or situation where one is not wanted. — "The intrusion into his personal affairs was deeply upsetting."
force an intrusion (collocation): To make an unwanted entry or presence felt. — "The military was accused of forcing an intrusion into civilian life."

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