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meddling

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for meddling, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Interfering in other people's business without being asked or welcome.

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What does “meddling” mean?

The word “meddling” means interfering in other people's business without being asked or welcome. In plain terms, poking your nose into things that aren't your business, usually with the implication you're making it worse.

How do you use “meddling” in a sentence?

Here is “meddling” used in a sentence: “Her meddling aunt kept giving unsolicited advice about the wedding.”

What part of speech is “meddling”?

Depending on how it is used, “meddling” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “meddling” have?

“Meddling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: interfering in other people's business without being asked or welcome.

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