rupture
0 antonyms and opposites of rupture, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A sudden break, tear, or burst, especially in tissue or a container.
How to use rupture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin ruptūra ("a breaking"), from rumpere ("to break, burst") — a doublet of "roture."
Full origin of rupture →Frequently asked questions
What does “rupture” mean?
The word “rupture” means a sudden break, tear, or burst, especially in tissue or a container. In plain terms, a sudden break or tear, whether physical (like a burst pipe or torn muscle) or relational (a serious falling-out).
How do you pronounce “rupture”?
“Rupture” is pronounced RUHPT-shuh (/ˈɹʌpt͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “rupture” in a sentence?
Here is “rupture” used in a sentence: “The doctors treated the rupture in his appendix as an emergency.”
What part of speech is “rupture”?
Depending on how it is used, “rupture” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “rupture” come from?
The word “rupture” comes from Latin. From Latin ruptūra ("a breaking"), from rumpere ("to break, burst") — a doublet of "roture.".
Is “rupture” a common word?
“Rupture” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rupture” have?
“Rupture” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden break, tear, or burst, especially in tissue or a container.