Vocabulary Entry

intruding

|verb • adjective

verb

To intrude means to enter a place or situation where one is unwelcome or uninvited.

Example Sentences

"She felt uncomfortable when the reporter intruded on her private conversation."

"He didn’t mean to intrude, but he had to ask a question."

"The loud noise intruded on their peaceful evening."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The intruding guests disrupted the meeting."

"There was an intruding thought that distracted him from his work."

"Her intruding behavior made everyone feel uneasy."