disruption
US /dɪsˈrʌp.ʃən/
UK /dɪsˈrʌp.ʃən/
1.
disturbance or problems that interrupt an event, activity, or process
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The heavy snow caused widespread disruption to travel.
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We are trying to minimize disruption to our services.
2.
radical change to an existing industry or market due to technological innovation
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The internet caused a massive disruption in the music industry.
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Startups often aim for market disruption with innovative solutions.