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abscindir — meaning in English

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English meaning

abrupt adj Happening suddenly and without warning.

Senses

abscindir is used for these senses in English:

abrupt (transitive, archaic) To tear off or asunder. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]
abrupt To interrupt suddenly. [First attested in the mid 17th century.]

abrupt — full definition

adj Happening suddenly and without warning.
adj Blunt or curt in manner, verging on rude.
adj Very steep, as if broken off sharply.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

abrupto brusco rude interromper