Interloper

usgb/ˈɪntərləʊpər/
noun

A person who becomes involved in a situation where they are not wanted.

The locals saw the new settlers as interlopers on their land.
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Often appears as...

  • viewed as an interloper
  • regarded as an interloper

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Disapproving

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Unwanted Presence

Interlopers are not only unwanted but often unexpectedly or sneakily present.

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He felt like an interloper at her family reunion.
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Negative Connotation

Often implies the person is interrupting harmony or causing issues in a situation.

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A disruptive interloper disturbed the peaceful protest.
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Not a Member

An interloper is usually not a recognized or legitimate part of a group.

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The club members treated him as an interloper.
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