Synonyms for

Disruption

Noun / dɪˈsrʌpʃʌn / Another word for disruption — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Disruption means an interruption or disturbance in something.

Synonyms & similar words

perturbation break dislocation interruption gap commotion flutter disturbance kerfuffle disturbance interruption interference obstruction halt stoppage delay break disorder turmoil upset discontinuity dislocation disorderliness disarrangement confusion chaos mayhem bedlam pandemonium

Synonyms by register

Formal

disturbance interruption disarray upheaval

Informal

mess hiccup kerfuffle shambles

Literary

tumult commotion upheaval

Antonyms

order harmony peace stability calm continuity regularity

Common collocations

  • economic disruption
  • technological disruption
  • major disruption
  • significant disruption
  • disruption of service
  • disruption to traffic
  • business disruption
  • social disruption

Word family

noun disruption
verb disrupt
adjective disruptive
adverb disruptively

Usage note

Disruption often implies a forceful or sudden change that causes disorder. It is commonly used in business and technology contexts to describe innovations that change existing markets.

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Example sentences

  1. Her loud music was a disruption to my concentration.
  2. The teacher had to deal with a disruption in the classroom.
  3. The protest caused a disruption in the city.
  4. The train delay caused a disruption to their travel plans.
  5. The company faced a major disruption due to the pandemic.

Quotes

  • The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. - Alan Watts
  • Disruption is not the future, it is the present. - Mike Volpi
  • Disruption is not a dirty word; it’s the path to progress. - Kara Swisher

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