DISCONNECTION Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

disconnection

noun

Definition of disconnection

as in breakup

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as in disruption

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Recent Examples of disconnection Postpartum depression is often defined by disconnection and impaired bonding. — Camille Hoffman, The Conversation, 7 July 2026 Affluent travelers are paying a premium for experiences built around disconnection - not just from work, but from the constant noise of being online. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The high disconnection rate could also stem from Oklahoma’s lower-than-average income. — Chloe Bennett-Steele, StateImpact, 25 June 2026 At times, this sense of disconnection was merely funny. — Christopher Hooks, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026 And when young people feel disconnected or believe systems are unresponsive to their daily experiences, that disconnection can deepen isolation and hopelessness. — Monica Gordon, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026 Older adults in Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Brevard counties can request up to $2,000 in funds to put toward pre-paying utility bill, covering disconnection fees and purchasing cooling fans. — Karla Radka, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026 This helps reduce risks when temporary disconnection is required. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 18 June 2026 The summer provisions are typically triggered when temperatures reach a certain level or when heat emergencies are declared, instead of the blanket winter disconnection moratoriums. — Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 13 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for disconnection

Noun

The 45-second clip features Oasis’ rowdy crowds and hints at rehearsal footage as Noel and Liam Gallagher talk about their reunion years after Oasis’ acrimonious breakup.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 4 July 2026
The track is about cautiously opening yourself up to a new relationship after a painful breakup, finding comfort in someone who appreciates the very qualities a former partner criticized.

— Jane LaCroix, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Definition of breakup

Noun

The technology addresses a growing challenge for both commercial and defense aviation as disruptions to satellite navigation become more frequent.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026
Shares of the airline are up 24% over the past three months as travel bookings have stayed robust despite flight disruptions and higher ticket prices linked to the Iran war.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Definition of disruption

Noun

As for crypto, 83 House Democrats embarrassingly joined the Republicans to pass the CLARITY Act that would preside over the dissolution of financial protections for the American bank and retirement fund user.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026
Decertification of the union would lead to the dissolution of the contract, which currently sets pay, benefits and workplace rules for employees.

— Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026

Definition of dissolution

Noun

Since the 2011 overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has remained de facto split between competing political and military centers of power.

— Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 14 July 2026
Qualley has also deleted wedding photos with the record producer from her Instagram amid their split.

— Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

Definition of split

Noun

The chaos of a cluttered home may lead to a lack thereof—and that's when disorganization can cause stress in pets.

— Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026
Whereas, symptoms for women tend to be more internalized and subtle, such as with more quiet distractibility, daydreaming, disorganization, excessive talking and emotional dysregulation.

— Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of disorganization

Noun

The Vatican said dialogue was offered to the group ahead of the schism and that the step of ordaining bishops without ⁠church approval was considered so grave that excommunication was automatic.

— Reuters, NBC news, 5 July 2026
Parishioners at Saint Agnes said they were saddened by the schism and would continue to pray for a united church.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of schism

Noun

For people coming out of shelters – especially those dealing with trauma, mental illness, or substance use disorder – that can make the difference between short-term housing and long-term stability.

— Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that can cause severe dizziness, ringing in the ears, hearing loss and ears feeling congested, according to the NIH.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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