Synonyms of disruption

disruption

noun

dis-ˈrəp-shən 

as in disturbance

an act or instance of the order of things being disturbed

the flat tire resulted in an unfortunate disruption of the schedule for our road trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disturbance
• dislocation
• upheaval
• upset
• derangement
• revolution
• convulsion
• unsettlement
• unsettledness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disruption

Public safety matters, and the disruption and property damage are real and deserve a real response. — Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

But periods of disruption also create opportunities to gain market share, placing CFOs at the center of critical investment decisions. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 July 2026

Diversions can cost tens of thousands of dollars, and sometimes much more, depending on aircraft, route, and downstream disruption. — Sriman Swarup, STAT, 13 July 2026

For communities already trying to manage a recovery, each new event adds another layer of disruption and costs. — Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 13 July 2026