Intrusive
Adjective
UK
/ɪnˈtruː.sɪv/
US
/ɪnˈtruː.sɪv/
Definition
Something or someone that enters where they're not wanted or needed. Such things come without invitation or welcome, and cause annoyance.
Example
"The pop-up ads were so intrusive that she closed the website immediately."
"He found his coworker’s questions about his private life intrusive and uncomfortable."
"Intrusive memories from the accident kept disrupting his sleep and focus."
Explanation
Intrusive means something or someone that becomes involved in a way that is unwanted or annoying. It can be a loud sound disturbing your peace or a person asking too many personal questions. Intrusive things break into your space, thoughts, or privacy without being invited. It can also refer to thoughts or memories that keep coming into your mind and are hard to ignore.