Rupture

/ˈrʌptʃər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of breaking or bursting suddenly.

The rupture of the water main caused a significant flood in the street.

A break in friendly relations.

The disagreement led to a rupture in their long-standing friendship.

A tear or break in a structure, such as tissue or material.

Doctors are concerned about the possible rupture of the patient's abdominal aorta.

verb

To break or burst suddenly.

The balloon will rupture if it's overinflated.

To cause a break in or destruction of something.

The accident ruptured the fuel tank, leading to a fire.

To break a relationship or connection.

They decided to rupture their business ties to avoid further conflicts.

From Latin 'ruptura', from 'rumpere' meaning to break.

rupture of relationships

A significant breakdown in communication or connection between people.

rupture risk

The potential for a break or failure in a system or structure.

herniated rupture

A medical condition where tissue protrudes through a weak spot.

rupture a bond

To sever a relationship or connection.

break

To separate into pieces or cause to separate.

fracture

The breaking of a bone or cartilage.

tear

To pull apart or damage by force.

burst

To break open suddenly and violently.

To mess things up badly.

He really ruptured the plan by not showing up.

To shock someone with unexpected news.

When she left without saying goodbye, it ruptured the entire group.