Definition

An act of entering a place or situation where one is not wanted or welcomed.

Example

The intrusion of loud music disturbed the peaceful atmosphere of the library.

Conversation

I felt really uncomfortable when I noticed an intrusion in my personal space at the party last night.

That sounds awkward! What happened?

Somebody was standing way too close and talking over me.

Ugh, that's the worst! People need to respect boundaries.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intrusion → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "trudere" (meaning to thrust). The word describes the act of thrusting oneself into a place or situation where one is unwelcome.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'thrusting' ('trudere') themselves 'into' ('in-') a space where they shouldn't be — that's why intrusion means entering without permission.

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