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单词 protrusive
释义

protrusive

adjective

pro·​tru·​sive prō-ˈtrü-siv How to pronounce protrusive (audio)
-ziv
1
archaic : thrusting forward
2
: prominent, protuberant
a protrusive jaw
3
: obtrusive, pushing
a coarse protrusive manner
protrusively adverb
protrusiveness noun

Synonyms

  • busy
  • interfering
  • intruding
  • intrusive
  • meddlesome
  • meddling
  • nosy
  • nosey
  • obtrusive
  • officious
  • presuming
  • presumptuous
  • prying
  • pushing
  • pushy
  • snoopy
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Example Sentences

his protrusive way of helping his coworkers usually provokes resentment, not gratitude
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Word History

First Known Use

1676, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

protrusive

adjective

pro·​tru·​sive -ˈtrü-siv, -ziv How to pronounce protrusive (audio)
1
: thrusting forward
protrusive movements of the jaw
2
: prominent, protuberant
a protrusive jaw

protrusive

adjective

as in busy
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited his protrusive way of helping his coworkers usually provokes resentment, not gratitude

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • busy
  • intruding
  • officious
  • intrusive
  • interfering
  • meddlesome
  • obtrusive
  • annoying
  • presuming
  • snoopy
  • presumptuous
  • prying
  • meddling
  • impudent
  • pushy
  • bumptious
  • pushing
  • nosy
  • rude
  • pestiferous
  • invading
  • insolent
  • brazen
  • impertinent
  • trespassing
  • nosey
  • inquisitive
  • curious
  • bold
  • harassing
  • overbearing
  • superserviceable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • unobtrusive
  • reticent
  • withdrawn
  • uninvolved
  • silent
  • taciturn
  • restrained
  • inhibited
  • quiet
  • reserved
  • reclusive
  • subdued
  • retiring
  • hands-off
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