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meddlesome

med·dle·some

meddlesome

 
pronunciation:
me dl sm
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition: inclined to meddle or interfere in the business or affairs of others; interfering.
She told her meddlesome brother that she was capable of making her own decisions.He didn't want his meddlesome neighbor to hear his conversation with the landlord.
synonyms:
interfering, nosy, prying
similar words:
inquisitive, intrusive, officious
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derivations: meddlesomely (adv.), meddlesomeness (n.)
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