Michel Foucault

The history of thought, of knowledge, of philosophy, of literature seems to be seeking, and discovering, more and more discontinuities, whereas history itself appears to be abandoning the irruption of events in favor of stable structures.

French Historian

Emphasizes a rapid disturbance or interruption by an unexpected event.

Sudden Disruption

Used to describe an entry or appearance that is striking and captures attention.

Dramatic Entrance

Often has a negative connotation, implying an unwelcome or intrusive event.

Negative Connotation

Refers to a rapid and often unexpected increase in the number of animals.

Population Surge

Typically used in ecological or environmental contexts.

Natural Phenomenon

Its use in biology is specialized; don't confuse it with general increases.

Irruption