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Interrupt

🔄 Synonyms of "Interrupt"

5 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
breakverb	(ergative, transitive, intransitive) To separate into two or more pieces, to fracture or crack, by a process that cannot easily be reversed for reassembly.
disruptverb	(transitive) To throw into confusion or disorder.
disturbverb	(transitive) to confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
cut offverb	To stop the provision or supply of something, e.g. power, water.
break upverb	(intransitive, idiomatic) To end a (usually romantic or sexual) relationship.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Interrupt"

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Word	Definition
break upverb	(intransitive, idiomatic) To end a (usually romantic or sexual) relationship.
cut offverb	To stop the provision or supply of something, e.g. power, water.
breakverb	(ergative, transitive, intransitive) To separate into two or more pieces, to fracture or crack, by a process that cannot easily be reversed for reassembly.
disruptverb	(transitive) To throw into confusion or disorder.
disturbverb	(transitive) to confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
interfereverb	(intransitive) To get involved or involve oneself, causing disturbance.
disruptionnoun	An interruption to the regular flow or sequence of something.
hiatusnoun	An interruption, break, pause or absence.
stoppagenoun	A pause or halt of some activity.
suspendverb	To halt something temporarily.
suspensionnoun	The act of suspending, or the state of being suspended.
disconnectverb	(transitive) To sever or interrupt a connection.
stopverb	(intransitive) To cease moving.
intrudeverb	(intransitive) To thrust oneself in; to come or enter without invitation, permission, or welcome; to encroach; to trespass.
cessationnoun	(formal) A ceasing or discontinuance, for example of an action, whether temporary or final.
ceaseverb	(formal, intransitive) To stop.
severancenoun	A severance payment.
discontinuancenoun	The occurrence of something being discontinued; a cessation; an incomplete ending.
pausenoun	(intransitive) To take a temporary rest, take a break for a short period after an effort.
discontinueverb	(transitive) To interrupt the continuance of; to put an end to, especially as regards commercial productions; to stop producing, making, or supplying.