interject

verb

ˌin-tər-ˈjekt How to pronounce interject (audio)
Definition of interjectnext
as in to insert
to put among or between others she occasionally interjected comments into the conversation

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How does the verb interject contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of interject are insert, insinuate, intercalate, interpolate, interpose, and introduce. While all these words mean "to put between or among others," interject implies an abrupt or forced introduction.

interjected a question

When is insert a more appropriate choice than interject?

The meanings of insert and interject largely overlap; however, insert implies putting into a fixed or open space between or among.

inserted a clause in the contract

In what contexts can insinuate take the place of interject?

While in some cases nearly identical to interject, insinuate implies introducing gradually or by gentle pressure.

insinuated himself into the group

When might intercalate be a better fit than interject?

Although the words intercalate and interject have much in common, intercalate suggests an intrusive inserting of something in an existing series or sequence.

new chapters intercalated with the old

Where would interpolate be a reasonable alternative to interject?

The words interpolate and interject can be used in similar contexts, but interpolate applies to the inserting of something extraneous or spurious.

interpolated her own comments into the report

When can interpose be used instead of interject?

While the synonyms interpose and interject are close in meaning, interpose suggests inserting an obstruction or cause of delay.

interpose barriers to communication

When could introduce be used to replace interject?

In some situations, the words introduce and interject are roughly equivalent. However, introduce is a general term for bringing or placing a thing or person into a group or body already in existence.

introduced a new topic into the conversation

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Recent Examples of interject Raheem and Irshad asked everyone to go around the tables introducing themselves, and periodically interjected to add impressive footnotes about those who were too modest about their accomplishments. —Sarah Khan, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026 Brady interjected that Snyder evaded the IRS for years. —Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026 Brzezinski interjected with levity to lower the temperature. —Alec Lewis, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026 Other attendees at the meeting, which was made public, were visibly shocked by the comments before another attendee interjected. —Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interject
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interject
  1. insert
  2. introduce
  3. inject
Verb
  • Artists apply paint to replicate skin tones, and hair is inserted strand by strand.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The Justice Department inserted itself into Peters’ bid to be released while her state appeal was considered.
    — Colleen Slevin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Definition of insert
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  • The spa was introduced in 2005, and in the same year, Silica, a clinic hotel aimed at housing those visiting for psoriasis treatment, was opened.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
  • While many people have been introduced to English choral services through the angelic voices of the choristers in flowing robes and Elizabethan ruffs who sing at royal weddings and carol services, choirs perform every day in much more humble settings.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Definition of introduce
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  • That had Simone Fontecchio injected into the starting lineup for the eighth time this season, starting alongside Adebayo, Wiggins, Pelle Larsson and Davion Mitchell.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Symptoms of ricin poisoning vary depending on how the person came into contact with the substance – whether ingested, inhaled or injected.
    — Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Definition of inject

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“Interject.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interject. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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