interrupted

[in-tuh-ruhp-tid] / ˌɪn təˈrʌp tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

stopped

Synonyms

STRONGEST

broken delayed disrupted postponed

STRONG

checked discontinued hindered obstructed suspended

WEAK

broken off cut short discontinuous held up interfered with intermittent irregular

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

My thoughts were interrupted by the side entrance bell.

From Literature

She didn’t like to be interrupted when she was reading, even when I had to give her some medication.

From Literature

It was clutching half a hazelnut in its paws, and looked up peevishly at being interrupted.

From Literature

I interrupted Ba and urged Mr. Lew to rest at the desk.

From Literature

“Number—” I asked the next caller, but a young-sounding voice interrupted before I could even finish the greeting.

From Literature