Disruptive
/dɪsˈrʌptɪv/
Definitions
- (adj.) Causing or tending to cause disruption or disorder.
The protestors' disruptive behavior led to the cancellation of the meeting.
- (adj.) Innovative in a way that significantly changes the norm, often in business or technology.
The startup introduced a disruptive technology that reshaped the industry.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'disruptive' often describes actions that interfere with normal operations or proceedings; clarity is key to distinguish harmful disruption from beneficial innovation.
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