disruption
/dɪsˈrʌpʃn
/noun [mass noun]
Disturbance or problems which interrupt an event, activity, or process: the scheme was planned to minimize disruption [count noun]: there had been no delays or disruptions to flights...
- When changes or disruptions occur, you are likely to consider first how to ensure that such disruptions do not upset your plans.
- We will not allow silly disruptions to disturb our events or disgrace our veterans.
- He is persuaded to make known the interruptions and disruptions he is heir to.
Synonyms
disturbance, disordering, disarrangement, disarranging, interference, upset, upsetting, unsettling, confusion, confusing;
disorderliness, disorganization, turmoil, disarray;
interruption, suspension, discontinuation, stoppage;
obstruction, impeding, hampering, spoiling, ruining, wrecking, undermining;
holding up, delaying, delay, retardation
