Synonyms of intrude

intrude

verb

in-ˈtrüd 

1

as in to interrupt

to cause a disruption in a conversation or discussion

forgive me for intruding, but I think I know where that restaurant is

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interrupt
• cut in
• bother
• interpose
• break in
• add
• chip in
• chime in
• contribute
• put in
• horn in
• barge (in)

2

as in to interfere

to interest oneself in what is not one's concern

the story of a would-be matchmaker who intrudes into the lives of her friends

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interfere
• mess
• snoop
• poke
• obtrude
• meddle
• intervene
• intermeddle
• pry
• interlope
• butt in
• encroach
• invade
• nose
• muck (about or around)
• intercede
• trespass
• interpose
• infringe
• fool
• tamper
• play
• chisel (in)
• fiddle
• monkey
• barge (in)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• avoid
• ignore
• shun
• disregard
• eschew
• neglect
• overlook

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intrude

Those with high-quality schedules are much more likely to say the opposite—that their job rarely intrudes. —Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025

In ornamental beds, install cardboard rings under the mulch around perennial or annual plants to stop weeds from intruding. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 June 2025

This ruling is a chilling step toward unchecked government overreach, intruding on the most personal aspects of our private lives. —Nick Mordowanec barney Henderson, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025

The contestants deal with rough seas, strong currents, jellyfish and sundry venomous creatures, intruding fishermen, limited air, sinus crises, variable visibility and unexpected orcas. —Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025

Phrases Containing intrude

• intrude (upon)