intrusive

[ɪnˈtruːsɪv]

Origin

From Latin "intrusus," past participle of "intrudere" (to thrust in), from "in-" (into) + "trudere" (to thrust)

Meanings

1. Tending to intrude or push oneself into situations without invitation or welcome
2. Causing disruption or annoyance by being present or entering without permission
3. (Geology) Referring to igneous rock that has been forced into pre-existing rock formations

Example Sentences

1. The paparazzi's intrusive behavior made the celebrity feel uncomfortable in public.
2. She found her neighbor's constant questions about her personal life to be intrusive.
3. The intrusive thoughts kept him awake at night, despite his efforts to ignore them.
4. Geologists studied the intrusive rock formations to understand the area's geological history.

Related Words

• Intrusively (adverb)
• Intrusiveness (noun)
• Intrude (verb)
• Intrusion (noun)
• Unintrusive (adjective) - antonym

Synonyms

• Meddlesome
• Invasive
• Obtrusive
• Interfering
• Prying

Memorization Trick

Think of "in-TRUE-sive" as someone being "truly" pushy and getting "in" where they're not wanted. The "true" part emphasizes the genuine nature of the intrusion.