abrupt
2 antonyms for abrupt — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Happening suddenly and without warning.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Happening suddenly and without warning.
“The meeting came to an abrupt end when the fire alarm sounded.”
Opposites
2. adj
Blunt or curt in manner, verging on rude.
“Her abrupt reply left him wondering what he'd done wrong.”
Opposites
Antonyms
How to use abrupt
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
abrupt end
abrupt change
abrupt manner
Etymology
From Latin abruptus, "broken off," the past participle of abrumpo — formed from ab ("away") plus rumpo ("to break"), the same root as "rupture" and "erupt."
Full origin of abrupt →Frequently asked questions
What does “abrupt” mean?
The word “abrupt” means happening suddenly and without warning. In plain terms, sudden and unexpected — whether it's an ending, a steep drop, or someone's curt tone of voice.
How do you pronounce “abrupt”?
“Abrupt” is pronounced uh-BRUHPT (/əˈbɹʌpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “abrupt” in a sentence?
Here is “abrupt” used in a sentence: “The meeting came to an abrupt end when the fire alarm sounded.”
What part of speech is “abrupt”?
“Abrupt” is an adjective.
Where does the word “abrupt” come from?
The word “abrupt” comes from Latin. From Latin abruptus, "broken off," the past participle of abrumpo — formed from ab ("away") plus rumpo ("to break"), the same root as "rupture" and "erupt.".
Is “abrupt” a common word?
“Abrupt” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “abrupt” have?
“Abrupt” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: happening suddenly and without warning.
