Intrusion

/ɪnˈtruːʒən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of intruding; the state of being intruded upon.

The intrusion of noise from the construction site disrupted my concentration.

An unwelcome or unwanted interference or interruption.

Her sudden intrusion into the conversation caught everyone off guard.

The encroachment of one geological feature into another, often used in a scientific context.

The geological intrusion of granite into the surrounding sedimentary rock created a unique landscape.

An instance of entering a place or situation where one is not wanted or invited.

The company's policy clearly states that any intrusion by unauthorized personnel will result in dismissal.

From Latin 'intrusio', meaning 'to thrust in'.

data intrusion

Unauthorized access to confidential data.

emotional intrusion

Interfering in someone's personal feelings or emotions.

physical intrusion

Unwanted physical presence in a space.

intrude

To enter without permission.

trespass

To enter another's property unlawfully.

encroach

To advance beyond proper limits.

Unexpected interruption in a conversation.

Her phone going off during the meeting was a total intrusion.

Uninvited presence at a social event.

The way he crashed the party felt like an intrusion.