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interruption Synonyms

Another word for interruption

Choosing another word for interruption depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act, remark, or event that breaks the continuity of a speech, action, or process, or the state of being stopped temporarily.

Usage Example

"The speaker requested that the audience hold all questions until the end to avoid any disruption during the presentation."

Strongest
disruption
Strong
interjection
disturbance
intrusion
interference
obstruction

• noun (Context 2)

A temporary pause, break, or interval in an activity, service, or timeline.

Usage Example

"Due to the severe thunderstorm, there was a brief break in electrical service across the neighborhood."

Strongest
break
pause
suspension
stoppage
Strong
hiatus
interval
intermission
lapse
cessation
discontinuance

Opposites of interruption

The opposite of interruption shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

continuity
continuation
permanence
persistence
constancy
progression
See all opposites of interruption

• Nearby Words

interrupt
interrupter
interruptible
interruption
interscholastic
interschool
intersect

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Interruption. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/interruption
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