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obtrusion
This term carries a strong connotation of unwelcome intrusion or imposition. When used in a social or professional context, it suggests a lack of tact or a disregard for boundaries, implying that the forced entry of an idea or person is irritating or inappropriate. It is more formal and carries a heavier sense of "forcing" than the word "intrusion."
In physical or geological contexts, the word shifts from a social judgment to a descriptive term for protrusion. It describes the mechanical act of something pushing through a surface or layer. While "intrusion" is also used in geology, "obtrusion" specifically emphasizes the resulting state of being conspicuous or prominent.
Meanings
Examples
I apologize for the obtrusion of my personal opinions during your meeting.
Stop this constant obtrusion into my private affairs.
Why does he feel the need for such an obtrusion of his ego in every conversation?
The obtrusion of the rusty nail from the floorboard was a safety hazard.
I can feel a slight obtrusion under the skin of my wrist.
The architectural design was criticized for the obtrusion of the concrete pillar into the main lobby.
The architectural design was criticized for the obtrusion of the concrete pillar into the main lobby.
The geologist explained the obtrusion of magma into the sedimentary layers.
This rock formation is a classic example of igneous obtrusion.