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interference

[in-ter-feer-uhns] / ˌɪn tərˈfɪər əns /
NOUN
meddling, impedance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conflict intervention intrusion obstruction tampering
STRONG
arrest background barring blocking choking hindrance interposition meddlesomeness opposition prying resistance retardation
WEAK
backseat driving barging in checking clashing clogging hampering intermeddling tackling trespassing
Antonyms
STRONG
encouragement
WEAK
aid assistance help

Example Sentences

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The team also accounted for interference caused by starspots on the host star.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

But that’s more an issue of capacity over top-down interference.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

If the accusations against her are false, she could also have a claim against her accusers for defamation and tortious interference.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Even if they say they align and support you, be sure you have your own cash reserves, should you believe that the cost of their interference is not worth the gift.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

I saw this at about three o’clock in the morning, alone in my apartment, on a black-and-white set with lots of interference.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.