Synonyms for

Intruding

Verb / ˌɪˈntru:dɪŋ / Another word for intruding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of entering a place or situation where you are not wanted or not supposed to be

Synonyms & similar words

irrupt pry obtrude poke hornin intrude trespass nose encroach trespass invade interfere meddle interlope obtrude interject interpose intermeddle

Example sentences

  1. He was caught intruding in the neighbor's yard.
  2. She felt like she was intruding on their private conversation.
  3. The security guard stopped the intruding thief.
  4. The bird was intruding on the squirrel's territory.
  5. They didn't want anyone intruding on their family vacation.

Quotes

  • The only thing I am intruding on is people's disbelief of what they're seeing. - David Blaine
  • I am intruding myself here with pleasure so incredible, so unbelievable, that it seems to me to be a dream. - Rene Cassin
  • I never try to invade anybody's privacy, and I hate intruding into somebody's private life. - Shah Rukh Khan

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