Intermeddle

C2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈmɛdəl/

Definitions of intermeddle

verb to meddle or interfere in the affairs of others

Example Sentences

A1 Please do not intermeddle in other people's affairs without permission.

A2 It is important to know when to intermeddle and when to stay out of a situation.

B1 The new manager was criticized for intermeddling in departmental matters without understanding the processes.

B2 As a consultant, it is not our role to intermeddle in the client's decision-making process.

C1 The government should not intermeddle in the private affairs of its citizens unless absolutely necessary.

C2 The company's board of directors made a unanimous decision not to intermeddle in the day-to-day operations of the business.

Examples of intermeddle in a Sentence

formal It is not advisable to intermeddle in matters that do not concern you.

informal I wouldn't intermeddle if I were you, it could cause unnecessary trouble.

slang Don't intermeddle in their business, it's none of your concern.

figurative Sometimes it's best to not intermeddle with the natural order of things.

Grammatical Forms of intermeddle

past tense

intermeddled

plural

intermeddle

comparative

more intermeddling

superlative

most intermeddling

present tense

intermeddle

future tense

will intermeddle

perfect tense

has intermeddled

continuous tense

is intermeddling

singular

intermeddles

positive degree

intermeddle

infinitive

to intermeddle

gerund

intermeddling

participle

intermeddling

Origin and Evolution of intermeddle

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'intermeddle' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'entremedler' which means to mix among, interfere with.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'intermeddle' has evolved to mean to meddle or interfere in the affairs of others. The word has retained its original sense of mixing or mingling with something, but now carries a negative connotation of unwanted interference.