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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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But that’s more an issue of capacity over top-down interference.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Even if they say they align and support you, be sure you have your own cash reserves, should you believe that the cost of their interference is not worth the gift.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

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

Using many light beams at once introduces a key challenge: preventing overlap that can cause interference.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Over her shoulder Mrs. Stubbs called back, “I hope this puts an end to the entire unfortunate business. And I don’t want any more interference from you, Mrs. Dowdel!”

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck

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