meddlesome
5 synonyms and 3 antonyms for meddlesome, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Inclined to interfere in other people's business.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use meddlesome
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
meddlesome relative
meddlesome interference
Etymology
From meddle plus the adjective suffix -some.
Full origin of meddlesome →Frequently asked questions
What does “meddlesome” mean?
The word “meddlesome” means inclined to interfere in other people's business. In plain terms, describes someone who habitually interferes in things that aren't their business.
How do you pronounce “meddlesome”?
“Meddlesome” is pronounced MEH-duhl-suhm (/ˈmɛdəlsəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “meddlesome” in a sentence?
Here is “meddlesome” used in a sentence: “Her meddlesome neighbor always had an opinion about her garden.”
What part of speech is “meddlesome”?
“Meddlesome” is an adjective.
