Meaning & Definition of word "Abruptly"
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Abruptly
/əˈbrʌptli/
adverb:
- 1. In a sudden and unexpected manner.
- Example: The meeting ended abruptly without any warning.
- 2. In a curt or brusque manner; rudely.
- Example: He responded abruptly, cutting off the conversation.
- 3. In a steep or hasty manner.
- Example: The car came to an abrupt stop at the red light.
- 4. In a way that lacks smoothness or gradualness.
- Example: The temperature dropped abruptly as the sun set.
Etymology
From the Latin 'abruptus', meaning 'broken off, steep'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cut off abruptly:
To stop something suddenly.
end abruptly:
To conclude without warning.
turn abruptly:
To change direction suddenly.
Related Words
abrupt:
Sudden and unexpected in effect or action.
abruptness:
The quality of being abrupt or sudden.
Slang Meanings of abruptly
Meaning: Out of the blue
Example Sentence: He showed up out of the blue, disrupting the flow.
Meaning: Cold turkey
Example Sentence: She quit her job cold turkey, leaving everyone abrupt.