Disruption ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Disruption ( noun )

1. An interruption to the normal functioning or continuity of something.
2. A disturbance or problem that prevents something from continuing as usual.

Origin:

Late 17th century (in the sense "act of breaking up or separating"): from french, or from latin disruptus, past participle of disrumpere "break apart".

Examples:

1. The strike caused major disruptions to the city's transportation network.
2. The hurricane caused widespread power outages and other disruptions.
3. The new software has caused some disruptions to the normal workflow in the office.
4. The sudden resignation of the CEO created a major disruption in the company.
5. The disruption in the supply chain led to a shortage of raw materials for the factory.

(As a verb)

Disruption ( verb )

1. An interruption to the normal functioning or continuity of something.
2. A disturbance or problem that prevents something from continuing as usual.

Origin:

Late 17th century (in the sense "act of breaking up or separating"): from french, or from latin disruptus, past participle of disrumpere "break apart".

Examples:

1. The strike caused major disruptions to the city's transportation network.
2. The hurricane caused widespread power outages and other disruptions.
3. The new software has caused some disruptions to the normal workflow in the office.
4. The sudden resignation of the CEO created a major disruption in the company.
5. The disruption in the supply chain led to a shortage of raw materials for the factory.