Synonyms for meddle
ˈmɛd lmed·dle

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1. meddle

   To interpose is to place or come between other things or persons, usually as a means of obstruction or prevention of some effect or result that would otherwise occur, or be expected to take place. Intercede and interpose are used in a good sense; intermeddle always in a bad sense, and interfere frequently so. To intercede is to come between persons who are at variance, and plead with the stronger in behalf of the weaker. One may interpose with authority; he intercedes by petition. To intermeddle is to thrust oneself into the concerns of others with a petty officiousness; meddling commonly arises from idle curiosity; "every fool will be meddling," Prov. xx, 3; to interfere is to intrude into others' affairs with more serious purpose, with or without acknowledged right or propriety. Intercept is applied to an object that may be seized or stopped while in transit; as, to intercept a letter or a messenger; interrupt is applied to an action which might or should be continuous, but is broken in upon (Latin rumpere, to break) by some disturbing power; as, the conversation was interrupted. One who arbitrates or mediates must do so by the request or at least with the consent of the contending parties; the other words of the group imply that he steps in of his own accord.

   Synonyms:
   arbitrate, intercede, intercept, interfere, intermeddle, interpose, interrupt, mediate

   Antonyms:
   avoid, hold aloof, hold off, keep aloof, keep away, keep clear, keep out, let alone, let be, retire, stand aside, stand away, stand back, stand off, withdraw

   Preposition:
   Interpose between the combatants; in the matter.

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1. meddle, tamperverb

   intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly

   "Don't meddle in my affairs!"

   Synonyms:
   fiddle, monkey, tamper

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1. obstrude

   become noticeable in an unwelcome or intrusive way

   Submitted by @Muskan on December 28, 2020  

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1. meddleverb

   Synonyms:
   interfere, intermeddle, take part (officiously)

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1. meddleverb

   Synonyms:
   interfere, interpose, intermeddle, obtrude

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1. List of paraphrases for "meddle":

   interfere, fade, intrude, intervene

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How to use meddle in a sentence?

1. Devin Nunes:

   The report, which will include minority views if the minority submits them, presents the comprehensive results of what the Committee has learned during its fourteen-month-long investigation, and will be useful in thwarting any attempts by Russia or any other foreign powers to further meddle in U.S. elections.

2. Donald Trump:

   I believe that he feels that he and Russia did not meddle in the election, as to whether I believe it, I'm with our agencies.

3. Patrick Yeung:

   It is understandable that protesters resort to extreme means, i hope Beijing can meddle less in Hong Kong's affairs, which could actually stabilize Hong Kong and curb people's anger.

4. Gary Greenberg:

   The overall market conditions are poor but the government responses are a bit panicked rather than calm and considered, the problem is you need to let the market reach its own level rather than meddle, and they are meddling.

5. Michel Eyquem de Montaigne:

   Anyone who does not feel sufficiently strong in memory should not meddle with lying.