C1adjectivetechnologybusiness
US/dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv/
UK/dɪsˈrʌp.tɪv/
causing a major change to an industry or system; also, causing trouble that interrupts normal activity
In context
Ride-sharing apps were a disruptive force in the taxi industry.
The company is known for disruptive technology that changes how people shop.
One disruptive student can make it hard for the whole class to learn.
Words that go with disruptive
adjective + noun
- disruptive technologyArtificial intelligence is a disruptive technology.
- disruptive innovationDisruptive innovation can destroy old business models.
- disruptive behaviorDisruptive behavior is not tolerated in class.
- disruptive influenceHe was a disruptive influence in meetings.
adverb + adjective
- highly disruptiveThe strike was highly disruptive to travelers.
- potentially disruptiveThis change is potentially disruptive for small firms.