intrusion
Intrusion (noun) means an unwelcome entry into a place, situation, or someone's private life. Example: “The company tightened security after a network intrusion.”
How to Use Intrusion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn unwanted entry or interruption — into a place, privacy, or (in geology) into solid rock.
Word Forms
intrusions plural
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The company tightened security after a network _____.
Etymology
From Medieval Latin intrūsiō, from Latin intrūdō, "to thrust in."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “intrusion” mean?
The word “intrusion” means an unwelcome entry into a place, situation, or someone's private life. In plain terms, an unwanted entry or interruption — into a place, privacy, or (in geology) into solid rock.
How do you pronounce “intrusion”?
“Intrusion” is pronounced ihn-TROO-zhuhn (/ɪnˈtɹuːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “intrusion” in a sentence?
Here is “intrusion” used in a sentence: “The company tightened security after a network intrusion.”
What part of speech is “intrusion”?
“Intrusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “intrusion” come from?
The word “intrusion” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin intrūsiō, from Latin intrūdō, "to thrust in.".
Is “intrusion” a common word?
“Intrusion” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “intrusion” have?
“Intrusion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an unwelcome entry into a place, situation, or someone's private life.