intrusion

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Intrusion' refers to instances where one being or thing forcibly enters or interferes with another, usually without permission. An intrusion can be physical, such as entering a room without permission, or non-physical, like an unexpected interruption during a conversation.

Examples in Different Contexts

In wildlife conservation, intrusion can disturb animals in their natural habitat. A conservationist might express, 'We need to minimize human intrusion to protect the wildlife.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

The population of certain marine species is decreasing in the local bay area. Could this be due to certain human activities or the impact of climate change?

Response:

Might be. We should investigate whether the human activity involves an intrusion of invasive species.

Creative

Scenario:

Characters and conflict are important in storytelling. We should introduce disruptions to achieve a dynamic plot.

Response:

Agreed! A sudden key character's intrusion would add suspense to the narrative.