abrupt
ab
ˈəb
ēb
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rəpt
rēpt
/ɐbɹˈʌpt/

Definition & Meaning of "abrupt"in English

abrupt
01

describing something that happens suddenly, often with sharp or noticeable changes

Examples
Her abrupt departure from the meeting surprised everyone.
02

exceedingly sudden and unexpected

03

surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner

04

extremely steep

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