Meddlesomely: meaning, definitions and examples
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meddlesomely
[ ˈmɛdəlˌsʌmli ]
behavior, interference
In a meddlesome manner refers to involving oneself in matters that do not concern one, often in an annoying or intrusive way. This type of behavior is typically seen as unwelcome and can create tension between individuals.
Synonyms
interferingly, intrusively, nosily.
Examples of usage
- She meddlesomely questioned his motives for leaving.
- He always meddlesomely suggests changes without being asked.
- The neighbors meddlesomely enquired about our private affairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "meddlesomely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 intrometido
🇮🇳 दखल देने वाला
🇩🇪 einmischend
🇮🇩 campur tangan
🇺🇦 втручальний
🇵🇱 wtrącający się
🇯🇵 干渉的な
🇫🇷 mêlant
🇪🇸 entrometido
🇹🇷 karışan
🇰🇷 간섭하는
🇸🇦 متدخل
🇨🇿 vměšující se
🇸🇰 vmiešavý
🇨🇳 干涉的
🇸🇮 vmešavajoč
🇮🇸 blöndun
🇰🇿 араласушы
🇬🇪 мешავებელი
🇦🇿 qarışıq
🇲🇽 entrometido
Etymology
The term 'meddlesomely' derives from the word 'meddlesome', which is composed of the root 'meddle', meaning to interfere or involve oneself in something that is not one’s concern. The word 'meddle' has its origins in Middle English 'meddlen' and Old French 'medler', which means to mix or mingle. The suffix '-some' implies a tendency towards a particular action or condition. Thus, 'meddlesome' indicates a disposition towards meddling. The adverbial form 'meddlesomely' was likely created to describe actions in this intrusively engaging manner. The connotation of the word carries a negative undertone, suggesting unwanted interference in others' affairs, which has persisted through its evolution in the English language.