Intrude

usgb/ɪnˈtruːd/
verb

To come or go in without permission or welcome.

She didn't want to intrude on their conversation.
Visual representation of "intrude" - To come or go in without permission or welcome

Often appears as...

  • intrude on privacy
  • intrude into conversation
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Unwanted Presence

Used when someone is where they're not supposed to be, often making others uncomfortable.

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He seemed to intrude at the party, standing awkwardly alone.
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Lack of Invitation

Highlights the absence of an invitation or right to join a situation or conversation.

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I felt like I'd intrude if I joined their dinner uninvited.
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Diplomatic Sensitivity

Often applicable in situations requiring tact or discretion to avoid offending others.

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I didn't want to intrude with my questions during their mourning.
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