intrude
Translation
to intrude, to trespass, to interfere
Examples
I didn't mean to intrude on your conversation.
I didn't mean to intrude on your conversation.
The sound of the television intruded into his thoughts.
The sound of the television intruded into his thoughts.
Grammar Patterns
((on/upon sth.)) to become involved in a situation in a way that is not welcome I hope I'm not intruding on you.
((into sth.)) to enter a place where you are not welcome He illegally intruded into the building.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trespass, encroach, interfere; Antonyms: withdraw, retreat
Etymology
From Latin 'in-' (in) + 'trudere' (to thrust, to push). It means 'to thrust in'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone being 'in'credibly 'rude' by pushing their way into a private space.