rupture
/ˈrʌptʃər/
rup · ture
ˈrʌp · tʃər
English Definition
n./v. break, split apart
Significado en Español
ruptura, rotura
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
vỡ, rách
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Example Sentence
A gas pipe ruptured.
煤气管破裂了。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
rupt(break)+ure(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the sentence, “The earthquake caused a significant rupture in the ground,” the word “rupture” most nearly means:
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A
fracture
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B
repair
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C
growth
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D
closure
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A — fracture.
“rupture” means n./v. break, split apart
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Too much sudden pressure could cause the old water pipe to ______.
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A
heal
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B
rupture
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C
mend
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D
seal
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B — rupture.
“rupture” means n./v. break, split apart
Common questions about “rupture”
What does “rupture” mean?
rupture — n./v. break, split apart. In Chinese: 破裂，裂开.
How do you pronounce “rupture”?
rupture is pronounced /ˈrʌptʃər/. It breaks into 2 syllables: rup · ture.
How do you use “rupture” in a sentence?
A gas pipe ruptured. (煤气管破裂了。)
What are synonyms for “rupture”?
break, split — all close in meaning to rupture (n./v. break, split apart).
Is “rupture” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. rupture appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “rupture”?
rupt(break)+ure(noun)
