intervene

/ɪnˈtɜrvɛn/

Definitions

1. verb

to take part in a situation or activity in order to influence its course or outcome, often in a forceful or urgent way

“The government decided to intervene in the economic crisis by implementing new policies.”

2. noun

the act of taking part in a situation or activity in order to influence its course or outcome

“The intervention by the emergency services helped to rescue the people trapped in the building.”

Synonyms

  • intercede
  • interfere
  • interpose
  • meddle

Antonyms

  • abstain
  • refrain