Intrusion
/ɪnˈtruːʒn/noun
The act of disturbing someone's peace or personal life.
Our neighbor's loud music is an intrusion on our quiet evening.
Often appears as...
- personal intrusion
- noise intrusion
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Personal Space
Intrusion often suggests violation of personal space or boundaries in a disruptive manner.
Unannounced visits from relatives can feel like an intrusion.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotionally Charged
Using 'intrusion' can imply that someone’s feelings are hurt or privacy is violated.
I hope my questions don't feel like an intrusion into your private life.
Compare with
encroachincursioninfiltratorinterferenceinvasionmeddletrespassviolate
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