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ab·rupt
 abrupt
- pronunciation:
bruhpt
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
sudden and unexpected.
We were surprised by the abrupt change in the weather.- synonyms:
- precipitate, quick, sharp, sudden, unexpected
- antonyms:
- deliberate, gradual
- similar words:
- headlong, impetuous, instantaneous, unannounced, unforeseen
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| definition 2: |
brusque in manner; curt.
His abrupt manner makes him seem impatient or unsympathetic.- synonyms:
- brusque, curt, gruff, short
- antonyms:
- expansive, friendly
- similar words:
- blunt, brisk, discourteous, impolite, offhand, plump, rude, snappish, uncivil, ungracious
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| definition 3: |
sharp; steep.
Yesterday saw an abrupt decline in the stock market.- synonyms:
- precipitous, sharp, steep, sudden
- antonyms:
- gentle, gradual
- similar words:
- perpendicular, plumb, sheer, vertical
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| related words: |
arduous, bluff, offhand, quick, snappy, terse |
| derivations: |
abruptly (adv.), abruptness (n.) |
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