Synonyms for

Disrupted

Verb / dɪˈsrʌptɪd / Another word for disrupted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To interrupt or cause a disturbance in a process or event.

Synonyms & similar words

interrupt disrupt cutoff breakup interrupted halted stopped broken disturbed jolted displaced upset derailed thwarted abolished annulled nullified cancelled obstructed inhibited prevented delayed postponed suspended

Synonyms by register

Formal

interrupted disturbed hindered obstructed

Informal

messed up shaken up thrown off screwed up

Literary

jarred discomposed unsettled

Antonyms

organized calm stable orderly peaceful smooth uninterrupted

Common collocations

  • disrupted service
  • disrupted sleep
  • disrupted economy
  • disrupted flow
  • disrupted communication
  • disrupted lives
  • disrupted schedule

Word family

noun disruption
verb disrupt
adjective disruptive
adverb disruptively

Usage note

Often used to describe something that was functioning normally but has been suddenly stopped or interfered with. Can imply a negative impact on order or progress.

Example sentences

  1. The storm disrupted power to the entire city.
  2. The loud noise disrupted the baby's nap.
  3. The construction on the street disrupted traffic.
  4. The phone call disrupted the meeting.
  5. The surprise announcement disrupted the event's schedule.

Quotes

  • Disrupt or be disrupted. - Eric Shinseki
  • Disruption is the price of progress. - Don Tapscott
  • The world hates change, yet it is the only thing that has brought progress. - Charles Kettering

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