intrude
UK: ɪnˈtruːd | US: ɪnˈtruːd
vi. to enter or interfere without permission or welcome
vt. to force or impose something unwanted
intrude = in<into> + trude<push>
- in: Latin prefix meaning "into" or "against."
- trude: Derived from Latin trudere ("to push, thrust").
Etymology Origin:
The word intrude originates from Latin intrudere, combining in- ("into") and trudere ("to push"). It entered Middle English via Old French intruder, retaining the sense of "forcing oneself into a space or situation." The morphemes reflect a literal "pushing into" action, later evolving metaphorically to describe unwelcome interference.
He didn’t want to intrude on their private conversation.
The new policy intrudes upon individual freedoms.
A loud noise intruded into the quiet room.
She apologized for intruding but needed urgent help.
The security system prevents strangers from intruding.