B2nounformalsocietylaw
US/ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/
UK/ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/
the act of entering a place or situation where you are not wanted or invited
In context
Many people see cameras in public places as an intrusion on their privacy.
Police are investigating the intrusion into the company network.
She apologized for the intrusion and quietly left the room.
Words that go with intrusion
noun + preposition
- intrusion intoThe article described an intrusion into her private life.
- intrusion on privacyConstant phone tracking is an intrusion on privacy.
adjective + noun
- unwelcome intrusionHe felt the visit was an unwelcome intrusion.
adjective + preposition
- sorry for the intrusionSorry for the intrusion, but I need a quick word.
noun + noun
- security intrusionThe bank reported a security intrusion last night.
verb + preposition
- apologize for the intrusionHe apologized for the intrusion and closed the door.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an intrusion in my privacyCorrect: an intrusion on my privacy