abrupt
/əˈbrʌpt/
ab · rupt
əb · ˈrʌpt
English Definition
adj. sudden and unexpected
Significado en Español
repentino, brusco
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đột ngột, bất ngờ
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ab(away) + rupt(break) → suddenly separate → sudden
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym for “abrupt”?
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A
gradual
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B
sudden
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C
patient
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D
friendly
Show answer
B — sudden.
“abrupt” means adj. sudden and unexpected
Common questions about “abrupt”
What does “abrupt” mean?
abrupt — adj. sudden and unexpected. In Chinese: 突然的，意外的.
How do you pronounce “abrupt”?
abrupt is pronounced /əˈbrʌpt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ab · rupt.
Is “abrupt” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. abrupt appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “abrupt”?
ab(away) + rupt(break) → suddenly separate → sudden
