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Meddler: meaning, definitions and examples

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meddler

 

[ ˈmɛdlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in social situations

A person who intrudes into or meddles in other people's affairs, often causing annoyance or interference.

Synonyms

busybody, interferer, nosy parker

Examples of usage

  • He's such a meddler, always gossiping about other people's business.
  • The meddler couldn't resist getting involved in the conflict between the neighbors.
Context #2 | Noun

in political matters

A person who involves themselves in the affairs of others, especially in a disruptive or nosy way, often with the intention of influencing outcomes.

Synonyms

interloper, intruder, schemer

Examples of usage

  • The meddler was trying to sway the election by spreading false information.
  • She's known as a political meddler, always trying to manipulate situations for her own benefit.

Translations

Translations of the word "meddler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intrometido

🇮🇳 हस्तक्षेप करने वाला

🇩🇪 Einmischer

🇮🇩 pengganggu

🇺🇦 втручальник

🇵🇱 wścibski

🇯🇵 おせっかい

🇫🇷 intrus

🇪🇸 entrometido

🇹🇷 müdahaleci

🇰🇷 참견하는 사람

🇸🇦 متطفل

🇨🇿 vlezlý člověk

🇸🇰 vlezlý človek

🇨🇳 干涉者

🇸🇮 vmešavanja

🇮🇸 afskiptasemi

🇰🇿 араласушы

🇬🇪 ჩარევა

🇦🇿 qarışan şəxs

🇲🇽 entrometido

Etymology

The word 'meddler' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the Middle English word 'medlen', which means 'to mingle'. The negative connotation of interference or intrusion came about in the 17th century. The term has been used to describe individuals who involve themselves in matters that do not concern them, often causing disruption or annoyance.

See also: meddlesome, meddling.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,828, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.