Interferes

To interfere is to take part in the activities, concerns, or influence of others when your involvement is not desired or welcome. It implies meddling, hindering, or obstructing a process or situation, often with the potential for negative consequences. It can range from subtle interruptions to overt acts of obstruction, and typically involves a degree of unwanted involvement that disrupts the status quo or the intended flow of events. The scope of 'interferes' also extends to actions that disrupt physical processes, such as interfering with the function of a machine, or the course of a chemical reaction. It underscores an act that hinders progress or introduces an unwanted element into a system.

Interferes meaning with examples

• The new manager's constant suggestions and unsolicited advice were perceived as interfering with the team's established workflow, slowing down projects and frustrating the employees. His colleagues felt he should have trusted their methods and expertise more. They were also irritated that he kept interfering with their private communications.
• Her mother's constant attempts to manage her dating life were seen as interfering in a very personal aspect of her daughter's life. Despite her daughter's explicit requests for privacy, the mother persisted in offering opinions and setting up dates, damaging their already strained relationship and generating resentment on her daughter's part.
• During the crucial moments of the surgery, the sudden power outage interfered with the operation, causing chaos in the operating room. The doctors had to work quickly, adjusting for the lack of light and machinery, jeopardizing the patient's condition and necessitating additional, crucial intervention.
• The radio frequency of the new device was found to be interfering with the nearby emergency services' communication signals, and the manufacturer was forced to recall the product to address the potential danger and modify the design to prevent further disruption and ensure public safety and functionality.