Definition

Describing something that enters or interferes in a situation where it is not wanted or welcome.

Example

The intrusive noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate on my work.

Conversation

I found that the noise from the construction site is really intrusive when I'm trying to study.

I can imagine! That kind of distraction makes it hard to focus.

Yeah, I wish they would wait until the evening to do that work.

Totally, it's frustrating when things are so intrusive like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intrusive → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "trudere" (meaning to push). The word describes something that pushes into a space or situation, often in an unwelcome manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'pushes into' a space ('in-') — that's why intrusive means something that enters without invitation.

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