INTERRUPT
Scrabble letter values: I1N1T1E1R1R1U1P3T1 = 11
Definition
- noun a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out.
- verb make a break in. — synonyms: disrupt, break_up, cut_off
- verb destroy the peace or tranquility of. — synonyms: disturb
- verb interfere in someone else's activity. — synonyms: disrupt
- verb terminate. — synonyms: break
Examples
- “We interrupt the program for the following messages”
- “Don't interrupt me when I'm reading”
- “Please don't interrupt me while I'm on the phone”