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

Thinking another male had intruded on his territory, the bird quickly descended. — Stephanie Szarmach, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

Once again, the past intrudes, loyalty is divided, and irreverent one-liners are delivered. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026

Viewed through glasses with electronic shutters that expose each eye to its respective image, the final picture optically intrudes into actual space. — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026

Privacy concerns Critics argue the technology intrudes on civil rights and fear that the federal government — immigration officials in particular — could muscle in on local surveillance systems despite laws and policies barring access. — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing intrude

• intrude (upon)