intrusive
adjective
- (of a rock) having been forced between preexisting rocks or rock layers while in a molten or plastic condition.
- noting or pertaining to plutonic rocks.
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nosy, invasive, forward, meddlesome, meddling, presumptuous, prying, interfering, protrudingExamples from the Web for intrusive
Contemporary Examples of intrusive
In a message that would resonate profoundly if given today, he warned against the intrusive power of a faceless state.
This disdain stems from anger at intrusive Congressional action and feckless Congressional inaction.
As the Smiths took off, he became frustrated by what he perceived as inaccurate and intrusive reporting.
And of course this would be backed by the most intrusive inspections agreements.
This is the first generation of child stars who have only ever known constant media scrutiny of the most intrusive kind.
Historical Examples of intrusive
For all his assertiveness in matters of opinion he is not an intrusive person.
Notes on My BooksJoseph Conrad
This was impertinent, but then she herself was an intrusive guest.
They of the High TrailsHamlin Garland
"If they would not think me inquisitive or intrusive," answered Clementina.
I had been a fortnight at Janenne when my intrusive phantom left me on Lorette.
Schwartz: A HistoryDavid Christie Murray
Do not think me intrusive or importunate if I now call, dear sir, on you, to remember it!'
Art in EnglandDutton Cook