B2
disrupt vs interrupt
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| disruptverb/dɪsˈrʌpt/ | Meaning to stop something from continuing normally by causing problems | Goes with severely disrupted | Example Heavy rain disrupted flights at Tan Son Nhat airport this morning. |
| interruptverb/ˌɪn.təˈrʌpt/ | Meaning to stop someone while they are speaking or doing something by saying or doing something yourself | Goes with interrupt the meeting | Example Constant phone notifications interrupt your sleep more than you think. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
A long strike could seriously the economy.