disruptive

Definitions

Causing or tending to cause trouble and therefore stopping something from continuing as usual.

Radically changing an industry or market by introducing a new product or service that creates a new way of doing things.

Examples

The disruptive student was asked to leave the classroom after repeatedly interrupting the lecture.

The startup introduced a disruptive technology that completely changed how the industry operates.

Synonyms

troublesome unruly disturbing rebellious agitative subversive chaotic

Antonyms

orderly cooperative harmonious constructive disciplined supportive peaceful