How Do You Spell OBTRUDE?

Pronunciation: [ɒbtɹˈuːd] (IPA)

The word "obtrude" is a verb meaning to impose oneself or one's ideas on others. The pronunciation of this word is /əbˈtruːd/, where the stressed syllable is "tru" and the "e" at the end is silent. The "ob" is pronounced with a schwa /ə/ sound, and the "t" is pronounced with a hard /t/ sound. The "r" is also pronounced, creating a clear separation between the "t" and "u" sounds. Overall, the spelling of "obtrude" accurately represents its pronunciation.

OBTRUDE Meaning and Definition

  1. Obtrude is a verb with two main definitions. The first definition refers to the act of imposing oneself, one's opinions, or one's ideas forcefully on others, especially when unwelcome or without invitation. It can be seen as an interruption or intrusion into someone's space or privacy. In this context, it suggests exerting oneself or one's thoughts in a way that is overbearing or domineering, often disregarding the preferences or comfort of others. For example, during a conversation, someone might obtrude by constantly interjecting their own opinions and dominating the discussion, not allowing others to speak.

    The second definition of obtrude is more literal and refers to the act of pushing or thrusting something forward or outward in an abrupt or unnatural manner. This definition is often used when discussing physical objects or substances that intrude or stick out in an undesirable or inappropriate way. For instance, if a tree branch obtrudes onto a neighbor's property, it implies that the branch encroaches on their space or is an obstruction.

    In summary, whether describing the forceful imposition of oneself on others or the physical pushing forward or intrusion of an object, obtrude suggests an unwanted or obnoxious element that disrupts the natural balance or flow of a situation.

  2. To thrust or push in when not invited or wanted; to Urge or offer with unreasonable importunity.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OBTRUDE

Etymology of OBTRUDE

The word obtrude originated in the late Middle English period, deriving from the Latin word obtrudere, which means to thrust upon or to force. Obtrude is a combination of the Latin prefix ob- meaning toward or against and trudere meaning to push or to thrust. This Latin root gives us the basic meaning of the word as to thrust oneself or one's opinions upon others without invitation or welcome.

Similar spelling words for OBTRUDE

Conjugate verb Obtrude

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have obtruded
you would have obtruded
he/she/it would have obtruded
we would have obtruded
they would have obtruded
I would have obtrude
you would have obtrude
he/she/it would have obtrude
we would have obtrude
they would have obtrude

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been obtruding
you would have been obtruding
he/she/it would have been obtruding
we would have been obtruding
they would have been obtruding

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would obtrude
you would obtrude
he/she/it would obtrude
we would obtrude
they would obtrude

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be obtruding
you would be obtruding
he/she/it would be obtruding
we would be obtruding
they would be obtruding

FUTURE

I will obtrude
you will obtrude
he/she/it will obtrude
we will obtrude
they will obtrude

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be obtruding
you will be obtruding
he/she/it will be obtruding
we will be obtruding
they will be obtruding

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have obtruded
you will have obtruded
he/she/it will have obtruded
we will have obtruded
they will have obtruded

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been obtruding
you will have been obtruding
he/she/it will have been obtruding
we will have been obtruding
they will have been obtruding

IMPERATIVE

you obtrude
we let´s obtrude

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to obtrude

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was obtruding
you were obtruding
he/she/it was obtruding
we were obtruding
they were obtruding

PAST PARTICIPLE

obtruded

PAST PERFECT

I had obtruded
you had obtruded
he/she/it had obtruded
we had obtruded
they had obtruded

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been obtruding
you had been obtruding
he/she/it had been obtruding
we had been obtruding
they had been obtruding

PRESENT

I obtrude
you obtrude
he/she/it obtrudes
we obtrude
they obtrude

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am obtruding
you are obtruding
he/she/it is obtruding
we are obtruding
they are obtruding

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

obtruding

PRESENT PERFECT

I have obtruded
you have obtruded
he/she/it has obtruded
we have obtruded
they have obtruded

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been obtruding
you have been obtruding
he/she/it has been obtruding
we have been obtruding
they have been obtruding

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it obtrude

SIMPLE PAST

I obtruded
you obtruded
he/she/it obtruded
we obtruded
they obtruded

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