disruption
UK: dɪsˈrʌpʃən | US: dɪsˈrʌpʃən
n. a radical change or breakdown in a system, process, or industry
n. an interruption or disturbance to the normal flow of activity
n. (biology) the displacement or separation of biological structures
The word "disruption" originates from Latin disrumpere ("to break apart"), combining dis- (indicating reversal or separation) and rumpere ("to break"). The root rupt (from rumpere) appears in many English words (e.g., "rupture," "interrupt"). Over time, "disruption" evolved from its literal sense of physical breaking to metaphorical disruptions in systems or processes, reflecting its modern usage in technology, business, and biology.
The new technology caused a major disruption in the traditional retail industry.
The protest led to the disruption of traffic in the city center.
Scientists observed chromosomal disruption under the microscope.
The power outage resulted in a temporary disruption of services.
His speech was met with loud disruptions from the audience.