Abruptly

adverb
/əˈbrʌptli/

Meaning

suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning

Example Sentences

The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.

Synonyms

suddenly, unexpectedly, sharply

Antonyms

gradually, slowly, gently

Collocations

stop abruptly, end abruptly, change abruptly

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