Meaning & Definition of word "Interrupted"

Interrupted

/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪd/

verb:

  • 1. past tense of 'interrupt'; to stop the continuous progress of an activity or process.
    • Example: She interrupted the meeting to share her important findings.
  • 2. stopped briefly or temporarily.
    • Example: They had to pause their conversation as she interrupted with a question.
  • 3. caused a break in the flow or continuity.
    • Example: The signal was interrupted due to poor weather conditions.

Etymology

From Latin 'interrumpere', meaning 'to break between'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interrupted sleep:

Sleep that is disturbed or broken by awakenings.

interrupted conversation:

A dialogue that is stopped or disrupted before completion.

interrupted service:

A service that is temporarily halted or discontinued.

Related Words

interrupt:

To break the continuity of something.

disrupt:

To cause disorder or turmoil.

break:

To separate into parts or interrupt the continuity.

Slang Meanings of interrupted

Meaning: Cutting someone off during a conversation.

Example Sentence: Don't be rude and interrupt me!

Meaning: Suddenly stopping an activity.

Example Sentence: We were having a good time until the rain interrupted the picnic.