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interference

[in-ter-feer-uhns] / ˌɪn tərˈfɪər əns /
NOUN
meddling, impedance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conflict intervention intrusion obstruction tampering
STRONG
arrest background barring blocking choking hindrance interposition meddlesomeness opposition prying resistance retardation
WEAK
backseat driving barging in checking clashing clogging hampering intermeddling tackling trespassing
Antonyms
STRONG
encouragement
WEAK
aid assistance help

Example Sentences

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He will not tolerate interference and will not stand for players who won't do what he wants them to.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Light offers significantly more available bandwidth, avoids interference with existing wireless systems, and can be directed with high precision.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Presidents have historically stayed away from Supreme Court proceedings to avoid the appearance of interference with the judicial branch.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

What followed was a scrap between two players, including a Seahawks receiver who committed blatant pass interference.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Answering that would be a blatant interference in scythe matters.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.