abrupt

adjective
/əˈbrʌpt/

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example Sentences

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

Example Expressions

abrupt end

Synonyms

sudden, unexpected, hasty, curt, brusque

Antonyms

gradual, smooth, expected

Collocations

abrupt change, abrupt stop, abrupt manner, abrupt ending

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