interrupt
/ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/
in · ter · rupt
ˌɪn · tə · ˈrʌpt
English Definition
v. stop temporarily
Significado en Español
interrumpir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
làm gián đoạn, ngắt lời
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Example Sentence
I apologize for interrupting.
抱歉打断一下。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
inter(middle)+rupt(break).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that best matches the meaning of “interrupt” as used in the sentence: “The loud noise began to interrupt the speaker.”
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A
Disrupt
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B
Assist
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C
Ignore
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D
Continue
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A — Disrupt.
“interrupt” means v. stop temporarily
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
It is quite rude to ______ someone while they are speaking.
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A
assist
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B
interrupt
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C
encourage
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D
praise
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B — interrupt.
“interrupt” means v. stop temporarily
Common questions about “interrupt”
What does “interrupt” mean?
interrupt — v. stop temporarily. In Chinese: 打断，中断.
How do you pronounce “interrupt”?
interrupt is pronounced /ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · ter · rupt.
How do you use “interrupt” in a sentence?
I apologize for interrupting. (抱歉打断一下。)
What are synonyms for “interrupt”?
disrupt, break — all close in meaning to interrupt (v. stop temporarily).
Is “interrupt” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. interrupt appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “interrupt”?
inter(middle)+rupt(break).
