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abrupt Definition and Meaning in English (abrupt definition)

adjective
Synonyms:suddenunexpectedblunt
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Abrupt definition: Something that is abrupt happens suddenly and often without warning, causing surprise or shock.

Definitions of Abrupt

  1. 1adjective

    Something that is abrupt happens suddenly and often without warning, causing surprise or shock.

  2. 2adjective

    An abrupt manner or speech is sudden and rather rude because it shows no interest in other people.

Example Sentences

casual

“The car came to an abrupt stop.”

casual

“His abrupt departure surprised everyone.”

casual

“She gave an abrupt answer, ending the conversation.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounabruptness
adverbabruptly

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Abrupt definition: Something that is abrupt happens suddenly and often without warning, causing surprise or shock.
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'Abrupt' translates to 'abrupt' in English. Abrupt definition: Something that is abrupt happens suddenly and often without warning, causing surprise or shock.
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