interject

/ˌɪntərˈdʒekt/

Definitions

1. verb

to insert or suggest something suddenly or briefly, especially in a conversation or discussion

“The audience member tried to interject a question, but the speaker wouldn’t let her finish.”

2. verb

to introduce or bring up a subject suddenly or briefly, especially in a conversation or discussion

“The politician tried to interject a new topic into the debate.”

3. noun

something inserted or introduced suddenly or briefly, especially in a conversation or discussion

“Her interject was met with silence from the rest of the group.”

Synonyms

  • insert
  • interrupt

Antonyms

  • exclude
  • omit