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单词 interference
释义

interference

noun

in·​ter·​fer·​ence ˌin-tər-ˈfir-ən(t)s How to pronounce interference (audio)
ˌin-tə-
1
a
: the act or process of interfering
b
: something that interferes : obstruction
2
a
: the illegal hindering of an opponent in sports
b
: the legal blocking of an opponent in football to make way for the ballcarrier
3
a
: confusion of a received radio signal due to the presence of noise (such as atmospherics) or signals from two or more transmitters on a single frequency
b
: something that produces such confusion
4
: the mutual effect on meeting of two wave trains (as of light or sound) that constitutes alternating areas of increased and decreased amplitude (such as light and dark lines or louder and softer sound)
5
: partial or complete inhibition or sometimes facilitation of other genetic crossovers in the vicinity of a chromosomal locus where a preceding crossover has occurred
6
: the disturbing effect of new learning on the performance of previously learned behavior with which it is inconsistent
interferential
ˌin-tər-fə-ˈren(t)-shəl How to pronounce interference (audio)
ˌin-tə-
-ˌfir-ˈen(t)-
adjective

Synonyms

  • balk
  • bar
  • block
  • chain
  • clog
  • cramp
  • crimp
  • deterrent
  • drag
  • embarrassment
  • encumbrance
  • fetter
  • handicap
  • hindrance
  • holdback
  • hurdle
  • impediment
  • inhibition
  • let
  • manacle
  • obstacle
  • obstruction
  • shackles
  • stop
  • stumbling block
  • trammel
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Example Sentences

We had to put up with loud noise and constant interference from the neighbors. interference in the affairs of another nation trying to avoid governmental interference It was hard to hear the radio program because of all the interference. The TV picture had a lot of interference. a hockey player receiving a penalty for interference See More
Recent Examples on the Web Receivers were lining up wrong and getting flagged for pass interference. Nate Atkins, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Sep. 2022 Two plays after Florida State started its final drive that began at the Louisville 34-yard line following a Cardinals drive that ended with a turnover on downs, U of L was called for pass interference. Alexis Cubit, The Courier-Journal, 17 Sep. 2022 Sutton was called for pass interference and the Bengals got bailed out. The Enquirer, 12 Sep. 2022 Many of the comments predated the 2020 election and focused on the potential for foreign interference. Annie Gowen, Anchorage Daily News, 11 Sep. 2022 He was called for offensive pass interference on a play during which Ravens cornerback Kyle Fuller injured a left leg and needed helped off the field. Dennis Waszak Jr., Hartford Courant, 11 Sep. 2022 Many of the comments predated the 2020 election and focused on the potential for foreign interference. Annie Gowen, Washington Post, 8 Sep. 2022 Maryland’s secondary, on the other hand, was called for pass interference twice, with the third one being offset. Ryan Mcfadden, Baltimore Sun, 4 Sep. 2022 Graham must testify: A federal judge refused to quash a grand jury subpoena for Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., to testify in a Georgia investigation into interference in the 2020 election by former President Donald Trump and his allies. Ella Lee, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1783, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

interference

noun

in·​ter·​fer·​ence ˌin-tər-ˈfir-əns How to pronounce interference (audio)
1
: something that gets in the way as an obstacle
2
: involvement in the concerns of others when such involvement is not wanted
The young couple disliked their parents' interference.

Medical Definition

interference

noun

in·​ter·​fer·​ence -ˈfir-ən(t)s How to pronounce interference (audio)
1
: the act or process of interfering
2
: the mutual effect on meeting of two wave trains (as of light or sound) that constitutes alternating areas of increased and decreased amplitude (as light and dark lines or louder and softer sound)
3
: partial or complete inhibition or sometimes facilitation of other genetic crossovers in the vicinity of a chromosomal locus where a preceding crossover has occurred
4
: the disturbing effect of new learning on the performance of previously learned behavior with which it is inconsistent compare negative transfer
5
: prevention of typical growth and development of a virus in a suitable host by the presence of another virus in the same host individual see interference phenomenon

Legal Definition

interference

noun

in·​ter·​fer·​ence
1
a
: the act or an instance of interfering
interference with contract
b
: something that interferes
2
: a hearing to determine the priority of invention at issue in a patent dispute

interference

noun

as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult without the interference of the rain, we could have made good time on that road trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • obstacle
  • obstruction
  • hurdle
  • embarrassment
  • inhibition
  • barrier
  • impediment
  • hindrance
  • burden
  • encumbrance
  • deterrent
  • handicap
  • constraint
  • cramp
  • block
  • stop
  • delay
  • shackles
  • let
  • balk
  • chain
  • clog
  • stumbling block
  • crimp
  • hitch
  • danger
  • load
  • trammel
  • fetter
  • blockade
  • blockage
  • disadvantage
  • restraint
  • stoppage
  • curb
  • brake
  • drag
  • arrest
  • hazard
  • bar
  • difficulty
  • rub
  • manacle
  • stone wall
  • snag
  • rein
  • catch
  • hardship
  • holdback
  • embargo
  • brick wall
  • holdup
  • drawback
  • peril
  • stall
  • reef
  • hobble
  • adversity
  • bit
  • cumber
  • check

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • incentive
  • stimulus
  • advantage
  • impetus
  • benefit
  • assistance
  • catalyst
  • aid
  • edge
  • spur
  • stimulant
  • break
  • help
  • boost
  • goad
  • handmaiden
  • handmaid
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