Meddler: meaning, definitions and examples
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meddler
[ ˈmɛdlər ]
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.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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meddler |
A person who inserts themselves into other people's affairs without being asked, often causing problems.
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busybody |
Someone who is overly interested in the private matters of others, often gossiping about them.
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nosy parker |
A person who is overly inquisitive about other people's affairs, a term often used in British English.
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interferer |
A person who involves themselves in matters that are not their business, often disrupting the situation.
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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.
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.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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meddler |
Use this word when referring to someone who interferes in others' affairs without being asked. It often carries a negative connotation.
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interloper |
This word is ideal when talking about someone who becomes involved in a place or situation where they are not wanted or considered not to belong. It often implies a sense of trespassing or intruding.
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intruder |
Use this when referring to someone who enters a place without permission, often with malign intent. It is generally used in the context of physical spaces like homes or buildings.
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schemer |
This word is used for someone who makes secret plans, usually to achieve something dishonest or illegal. It suggests a more calculated and potentially harmful intent.
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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.
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