ABRUPT
(adj.sat, noun, verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Abrupt.
How to pronounce abrupt:
US
Abrupt - as an adjective satellite
Marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions
Example: "Abrupt prose"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disconnectedExceedingly sudden and unexpected
Example: "Came to an abrupt stop"
Surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner
Example: "An abrupt reply"
Abrupt - as a noun
Something which is abrupt; an abyss.
Abrupt - as a verb
To tear off or asunder.
To interrupt suddenly.
Abrupt - as an adjective
Broken away (from restraint).
Without notice to prepare the mind for the event; sudden; hasty; unceremonious.
Example: "The party came to an abrupt end when the parents of our host arrived."
Curt in manner.
Having sudden transitions from one subject or state to another; unconnected; disjointed.
Broken off.
Extremely steep or craggy as if broken up; precipitous.
Suddenly terminating, as if cut off; truncate.
Example Sentences
"The abrupt change in weather took everyone by surprise."
"He made an abrupt turn and walked away without saying a word."
"The meeting came to an abrupt end when the fire alarm went off."
"Her abrupt departure left us all feeling confused."
"The abrupt halt of the roller coaster caused everyone to lurch forward."
Word Game Points
Is ABRUPT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abrupt is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ABRUPT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is ABRUPT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abrupt is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordABRUPT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ABRUPT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abrupt is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordABRUPT has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
