Interference

/ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of interfering or the condition of being interfered with.

The interference of the loud music made it difficult for her to concentrate on her studies.

The process by which two or more signals or waves affect each other, commonly seen in physics and telecommunications.

The radio experienced interference, causing static and disruptions in the audio quality.

An instance of obstructing or hindering something or someone.

His interference in the negotiations was viewed as unhelpful and disruptive.

In sports, a violation where a player impedes the progress of an opponent.

The referee called a penalty for interference after the defender blocked the striker from taking a shot on goal.

Interference in a legal context refers to an unlawful or unjustifiable involvement in another person's affairs.

The court ruled that there was interference with the plaintiff's right to a fair trial.

Middle French interference, from Latin inter- + ferre 'to carry'.

radio interference

Disruption of radio signals influencing communication.

interference patterns

Visual patterns produced when waves overlap.

interference fit

A type of mechanical fit where components are tightly matched.

interfere

To intervene or disrupt.

interferer

A person or thing that interferes.

Jumping in uninvited.

Don't be such an interference, just let us handle this.

Causing a nuisance.

He was always a source of interference at the party.