disruptive
/dɪsˈrʌptɪv/
adjective
- Causing trouble or interrupting something so that it cannot continue normally.
- The student's loud talking was disruptive during the exam.
- A few disruptive passengers delayed the flight by refusing to sit down.
- Construction noise outside the office was highly disruptive to our meeting.
- Relating to a new technology or idea that changes the way an industry or market works, often by replacing older methods.
- The company's disruptive innovation made traditional taxis less popular.
- Streaming services were a disruptive force in the television industry.
- Many startups aim to create disruptive products that challenge big corporations.
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