interrupt

/ˌɪntɚˈʌpt/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

verb

1. make a break in
   “We interrupt the program for the following messages”
2. destroy the peace or tranquility of
   “Don't interrupt me when I'm reading”
3. interfere in someone else's activity
   “Please don't interrupt me while I'm on the phone”
4. terminate
   “She interrupted her pregnancy”

noun

1. a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out

Synonyms for interrupt

• disrupt
• break up
• cut off
• disturb
• break

Words that rhyme with interrupt

• corrupt
• erupt
• abrupt
• disrupt
• upped