Question

The verb meddle means “to interfere in other people’s affairs without their permission” or “to handle or change something in a way that is unwanted or harmful.” Use this information as well as your knowledge of the suffix -some to choose the correct definition of meddlesome.
A. nosy
B. cruel
C. helpful
D. obnoxious

Answer 1

The correct definition of "meddlesome" is A. nosy. The suffix "-some" often indicates a tendency or quality, and in this case, "meddlesome" describes someone who is inclined to interfere in others' affairs, which is often associated with being nosy.