disruption (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈrʌpʃn/

Definition

A disturbance or interruption of the normal state or activity of something.

Examples

• The strike caused significant disruption to public transport.

• We are working to minimize the disruption caused by the roadworks.

• Any disruption to the supply chain could have serious economic consequences.

How to Use disruption

disruption to (prepositional phrase)

Indicates what is being interrupted or disturbed. — "The new policy caused a disruption to the workflow."

disruption of (prepositional phrase)

Indicates what is being broken or ended. — "The disruption of services led to public outcry."

Synonyms of disruption

Words with a similar meaning to disruption:

• interruption
• disturbance
• interference
• upheaval
• mayhem

Antonyms of disruption

Words with the opposite meaning to disruption:

• continuity
• order
• stability

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