interject

[in-ter-jekt]

verb (used with object)

1. to insert between other things.

   to interject a clarification of a previous statement.

   Synonyms: intercalate, interpolate, introduce, insinuate

2. Obsolete.,  to come between.

interject

/ ˌɪntəˈdʒɛkt /

verb

1. to interpose abruptly or sharply; interrupt with; throw in

   she interjected clever remarks

2. archaic,  to come between; interpose

Other Word Forms

• interjector noun
• uninterjected adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of interject¹

First recorded in 1570–80; from Latin interjectus, past participle of interjicere “to throw between,” equivalent to inter- “between, among, together” + -jec- (combining form of jac-, stem of jacere “to throw”) + -tus past participle suffix; inter-

Word History and Origins

Origin of interject¹

C16: from Latin interjicere to place between, from jacere to throw

Example Sentences

"Now it's a town that has beaten Manchester United," interjects Ms Sharpe, as both women chuckle.

From BBC

Sir Keir interjected with care, to defend the mayor of London, heavily criticised by the president, to explain his immigration policy and his outlook on Gaza.

From BBC

“Our favorite seafood restaurant,” interjects Landset Blank with a less bloody location.

From Los Angeles Times

“My nephew watched it by himself,” Stalter interjects with a laugh that turns wistful.

From Los Angeles Times

Nancy gently interjected, putting her arm around her: “But you know, Mom, those things are not that important. They love you for who you are.”

From Los Angeles Times