What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disrupture
Example
The disrupture in the pipeline caused a major oil spill. [disrupture: noun]
Example
The power outage was due to a disrupture in the electrical grid. [disrupture: noun]
disruption
Example
The flight cancellations caused a disruption in travel plans. [disruption: noun]
Example
The new technology brought about a disruption in the traditional publishing industry. [disruption: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disruption is more commonly used than disrupture in everyday language and has a wider range of applications.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disrupture and disruption?
Disruption is more formal than disrupture and may be more appropriate for professional or academic contexts.
