English Synonym Finder

meddle

Definitions

To interfere in or busy oneself unduly with something that is not one's concern.

To touch or handle something, especially in a way that causes damage or disorder.

Examples

I wish my neighbors would stop trying to meddle in my personal affairs.

It is never a good idea to meddle with machinery you do not understand.

She was warned not to meddle in the company's internal politics if she wanted to keep her job.

Synonyms

interfere intrude intervene pry butt in tamper snoop

Antonyms

ignore avoid neglect disregard abstain leave alone overlook