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intrusive

[/ɪnˈtruːsɪv/]
adjective
intrusivo
1. Tending to intrude; characterized by intrusion; unwantedly or impertinently entering into other people's affairs
The paparazzi's intrusive behavior violated the celebrity's privacy.
O comportamento intrusivo dos paparazzi violou a privacidade da celebridade.
2. Geology: Of igneous rock - formed by molten rock forced into existing rock layers and solidifying there
The intrusive granite formed deep beneath the surface.
O granito intrusivo formou-se profundamente abaixo da superfície.
3. Phonetics: Of a sound - inserted into a word or between words without being part of the original pronunciation
The intrusive 'r' is common in some English dialects.
O 'r' intrusivo é comum em alguns dialetos do inglês.
NYC Slang
nosy, in your business
Synonyms
invasivemeddlesomeinterferingimpertinentobtusivepushy
Antonyms
unobtrusivediscreetrespectfulunintrusivereserved

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
intrusivo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
intrusivo
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
intrusivo
Standard usage
Portugal
intrusivo
Standard usage; also used in geological context

Related Idioms & Phrases

intrusive thoughts
intrusive memories
stick your nose in
none of your business
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