Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
widespread outages
Phrase
ˈwaɪdˌsprɛd ˈaʊˌteɪdʒɛs
Definition
Widespread outages refer to extensive failures or interruptions in service across a large area or to a significant number of users.
Examples
- After the storm, there were widespread outages affecting the entire region.
- The company announced that widespread outages were due to scheduled maintenance.
- During the heatwave, widespread outages of electricity caused many to seek alternative cooling solutions.
Meaning
The term describes situations where disruptions, such as power failures or internet connectivity issues, affect many people or places simultaneously.
Synonyms
- Extensive disruptions
- Large-scale failures
- Mass outages
- Universal interruptions
