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abrupt

adjectivegeneral usecommon/ˈbɾuʃku/brus·co

Definition

1

Sudden and unexpected, often in an unpleasant or rude way.

Usage examples

“He made an abrupt departure without saying goodbye.”
“Her manner was rather abrupt and off-putting.”

Common combinations

abrupt changeabrupt mannerabrupt movement