abort
6 synonyms for abort, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To stop an action, plan, or process before it is finished, usually because of a problem.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use abort
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
abort a mission
abort the launch
abort the process
Etymology
From Latin abortus, past participle of aboriri, "to fail to be born," from ab- ("away, amiss") + oriri ("to arise, be born").
Full origin of abort →Frequently asked questions
What does “abort” mean?
The word “abort” means to stop an action, plan, or process before it is finished, usually because of a problem. In plain terms, to stop something partway through, before it's completed — often because something has gone wrong.
How do you pronounce “abort”?
“Abort” is pronounced uh-BAWT (/əˈbɔɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “abort” in a sentence?
Here is “abort” used in a sentence: “The pilot had to abort the landing due to high winds.”
What part of speech is “abort”?
“Abort” is a verb.
Where does the word “abort” come from?
The word “abort” comes from Latin. From Latin abortus, past participle of aboriri, "to fail to be born," from ab- ("away, amiss") + oriri ("to arise, be born").
Is “abort” a common word?
“Abort” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “abort” have?
“Abort” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to stop an action, plan, or process before it is finished, usually because of a problem.
