Abrupter: meaning, definitions and examples
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abrupter
[ əˈbrʌptər ]
sudden change
The term 'abrupter' is often used to describe something that is more sudden or unexpected in nature. This can refer to a change in situation, mood, or behavior that occurs without warning. In contexts such as storytelling or discussions of events, an 'abrupter' occurrence can significantly alter the trajectory of a narrative or emotional state. The use of this term emphasizes the jarring nature of the change.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The news came as an abruption, leaving everyone speechless.
- Her decision to leave was an abrupt turn in the conversation.
- The weather changed in an abrupt manner, catching us off guard.
Translations
Translations of the word "abrupter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 abruptor
🇮🇳 अचानक
🇩🇪 abrupter
🇮🇩 tiba-tiba
🇺🇦 раптовий
🇵🇱 nagle
🇯🇵 突然の
🇫🇷 abrupt
🇪🇸 abrupto
🇹🇷 ani
🇰🇷 갑작스러운
🇸🇦 مفاجئ
🇨🇿 náhlý
🇸🇰 náhly
🇨🇳 突发的
🇸🇮 nenaden
🇮🇸 skyndilegur
🇰🇿 күтпеген
🇬🇪 გაუთვალისწინებელი
🇦🇿 təəccüblü
🇲🇽 repentino
Etymology
The word 'abrupt' is derived from the Latin root 'abruptus', which means 'broken off' or 'steep'. This term evolved through Middle French, eventually making its way into the English language. In Latin, 'ab-' signifies 'away from', and 'rumpere' means 'to break'. The notion of something being 'broken off' captures the essence of suddenness or a lack of smooth transition. Over time, the adjective was transformed into various forms, including 'abruptness', indicating the quality of being abrupt. The comparative form 'abrupter' emphasizes a greater degree of this quality. While it is not as commonly used as 'abrupt', it serves to intensify the description of situations or changes that are notably sudden and unexpected.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,503, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.