Interpose

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈpoʊz/

Definitions of interpose

noun the act of interposing or the state of being interposed

Example Sentences

A1 I didn't like the interpose of my sister in our argument.

A2 The interpose of the referee helped resolve the dispute on the field.

B1 The interpose of a mediator can often lead to a peaceful resolution in conflicts.

B2 Her interpose in the negotiation process proved to be crucial in reaching a compromise.

C1 The interpose of external factors can sometimes complicate decision-making processes.

C2 His skillful interpose in the diplomatic negotiations averted a potential crisis.

verb to place or insert between one thing and another

Example Sentences

A1 She interposed herself between the arguing couple to prevent a fight.

A2 The teacher interposed when the students started arguing in class.

B1 The mediator interposed in the negotiation to find a compromise.

B2 The security guard interposed himself between the protesters and the building entrance.

C1 The judge interposed to stop the lawyer from badgering the witness.

C2 The diplomat interposed in the conflict to facilitate peace talks between the two countries.

Examples of interpose in a Sentence

formal The mediator will interpose in the negotiation process to ensure a fair outcome for both parties.

informal I had to interpose in the argument between my siblings to prevent it from escalating further.

slang She always interposes herself in other people's business, it's so annoying.

figurative The clouds seemed to interpose between the sun and the earth, casting a shadow over the landscape.

Grammatical Forms of interpose

past tense

interposed

plural

interpose

comparative

more interposed

superlative

most interposed

present tense

interposes

future tense

will interpose

perfect tense

has interposed

continuous tense

is interposing

singular

interposes

positive degree

interpose

infinitive

to interpose

gerund

interposing

participle

interposing

Origin and Evolution of interpose

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'interpose' originated from the Latin word 'interponere', which is a combination of 'inter' meaning 'between' and 'ponere' meaning 'to place'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century, 'interpose' meant to place or insert something between two things. Over time, its meaning has evolved to include the idea of intervening or coming between two parties in a dispute or conflict.