intrudes

Intrudes is the third-person singular present tense of the verb intrude. The verb intrude means to enter into a place or situation where one is not welcome or invited, or to interrupt something, especially in a manner that is unwelcome or disruptive.

Intrusion refers to the act of intruding and can take several forms. Physical intrusion includes trespassing or breaking into property. Privacy intrusion covers nosy inquiries, surveillance, or unsolicited sharing of personal information. Digital intrusion involves unauthorized access to computer networks, data breaches, or spyware and other covert monitoring technologies.

Legally and socially, intrusion is generally treated as a violation of boundaries. In many jurisdictions, trespass, invasion of privacy, and cybercrime statutes provide remedies or penalties for intrusions. Social norms emphasize consent, respect for personal boundaries, and appropriate timing and method of entering conversations or spaces.

Prevention and response methods aim to reduce intrusions. Clear boundaries and consent practices help in social contexts. In physical settings, security measures such as locks and access controls deter intrusion. In digital environments, intrusion-detection systems, encryption, and strict access controls aid in detecting and preventing unauthorized entry and data exposure.

Etymology and usage notes: intrude comes from Latin intrudere, with intra- meaning within and trudere meaning to thrust. The term intrude is used in both literal and figurative senses, and intrudes as a verb form appears in descriptive writing, journalism, and legal discussions when describing unwanted entry or interruption.