B2verbformalsocietylaw
US/ɪnˈtruːd/
UK/ɪnˈtruːd/
to enter a place or become part of a situation where you are not wanted
In context
I am sorry to intrude, but there is a phone call for you.
Reporters intruded on the family's grief by waiting outside their house.
I do not want to intrude into your private life.
Words that go with intrude
verb + preposition
- intrude onPlease do not intrude on their meeting.
- intrude on privacySome apps intrude on your privacy.
- intrude intoCameras should not intrude into people's homes.
- intrude uponI did not mean to intrude upon your grief.
adjective + preposition
- sorry to intrudeSorry to intrude, but may I ask a quick question?
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He intruded the room.Correct: He intruded into the room.