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intrusive

/ɪnˈtɹuːsɪv/

noun

Meaning

  • An igneous rock that is forced, while molten, into cracks or between other layers of rock

adjective

Meaning

  • Tending to intrude; doing that which is not welcome; interrupting or disturbing; entering without permission or welcome.

    "Did it ever cross your mind that he might find all those questions you ask intrusive?"

  • Of rocks: forced, while in a plastic or molten state, into the cavities or between the cracks or layers of other rocks.

Synonyms

disturbing,
interrupting,
uninvited,
unwelcome