adj

meddlesome

MEH-duhl-suhm

Meddlesome (adj) means Inclined to interfere in other people's business. Example: “Her meddlesome neighbor always had an opinion about her garden.”

adj

Inclined to interfere in other people's business.

"Her meddlesome neighbor always had an opinion about her garden."

"He resented his meddlesome in-laws showing up unannounced."

How to use meddlesome

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone who habitually interferes in things that aren't their business.

Common pairings

meddlesome relative meddlesome interference

Word forms

more meddlesome comparative, most meddlesome superlative

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Etymology

From meddle plus the adjective suffix -some.

Rhymes for meddlesome

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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.