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obtrusion

The act of forcing oneself, an idea, or an object into a place or situation where it is not wanted or invited. / The state of being prominent, conspicuous, or protruding physically from a surface. / In geology, the process by which a mass of igneous rock is forced into existing rock layers.
Noun
pl: obtrusions

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

Noun

The act of forcing oneself, an idea, or an object into a place or situation where it is not wanted or invited.

The sudden obtrusion of his personal opinions into the professional debate annoyed the committee.

Noun

The state of being prominent, conspicuous, or protruding physically from a surface.

The obtrusion of the jagged rocks through the sand created a hazard for swimmers.

Noun

In geology, the process by which a mass of igneous rock is forced into existing rock layers.

The landscape was shaped by the obtrusion of magma into the sedimentary strata.

Examples

I apologize for the obtrusion of my personal opinions during your meeting.

I apologize for the obtrusion of my personal opinions during your meeting.

Business

Stop this constant obtrusion into my private affairs.

Stop this constant obtrusion into my private affairs.

Why does he feel the need for such an obtrusion of his ego in every conversation?

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.

I can feel a slight obtrusion under the skin of my wrist.

Health

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.

The geologist explained the obtrusion of magma into the sedimentary layers.

History

This rock formation is a classic example of igneous obtrusion.

Trivia

The study focuses on the obtrusion of molten rock through the crust.

The study focuses on the obtrusion of molten rock through the crust.

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