Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: intrusion
IPA transcription: [,ɪntɹ'uʒən]
Pronunciations of intrusion
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noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: invasion, encroachment, intrusion
    Meaning: any entry into an area not previously occupied; "an invasion of tourists"; "an invasion of locusts"
  • Synonyms: intrusion
    Meaning: entrance by force or without permission or welcome
Usage examples
  • She had found courage enough to explain her intrusion.
  • Zeppa looked up with a frown, as if annoyed at the intrusion.
  • Though her presence was altogether an intrusion, it was unheeded.
  • One thing at least, Simeon was free from economic responsibilities, free from social cares and intrusion.
  • You will forgive my intrusion?' There was a kind of old-fashioned courtesy in his manner that he himself was dimly aware of.
  • "Pardon me," continued he, "if I have said anything that may seem like an intrusion upon your secret and most sacred feelings.
  • I should like to have this place guarded--carefully guarded, you understand--from any and all intrusion till I can look about me and secure protection of my own.
  • "Well, granting all that you say is true," said the Bibliomaniac, "the intrusion upon a man's private life that politics makes possible--surely you cannot condone that."
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