Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

interruption

noun
/ˌɪn.təˈrʌp.ʃən/
Definition
The act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something.
Examples
  • The presentation was full of interruptions, making it hard to follow.
  • Her phone ringing twice during the meeting caused significant interruptions.
  • Even small interruptions can break your concentration when studying.
Meaning
An interruption occurs when there is a disturbance or break in the flow of an activity, conversation, or process.
Synonyms
  • disruption
  • break
  • intervention
  • halt
  • pause