Synonyms for
Interfere
Definition
to get involved in the affairs of others without being asked or needed
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- interfere with
- interfere in
- unintentionally interfere
- deliberately interfere
- not interfere
- allow to interfere
- prevent from interfering
Word family
Usage note
Often used with 'with' to indicate obstruction or disruption, or with 'in' to indicate unwanted involvement in someone else's affairs. Be mindful of the negative connotation, especially when used informally.
Example sentences
- Please don't interfere with my work.
- I don't want to interfere with your plans.
- The teacher doesn't like it when students interfere with the lesson.
- I told my little sister not to interfere with my homework.
- The police officer warned the man not to interfere with their investigation.
Quotes
Never interfere with your enemy when he is making a mistake. - Napoleon Bonaparte
If you see 10 troubles coming down the road, you can be sure that 9 will run into the ditch before they reach you. - Calvin Coolidge
It is certain, in any case, that ignorance, allied with power, is the most ferocious enemy justice can have. - James A. Baldwin