abrupt
adjective
sudden or unexpected.
abruptness
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a word derived from
abrupt.
Example Sentences
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Because of the abruptness of this breakup, you might have been left blaming yourself.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 28, 2023
The sudden influx of AI stories "gummed up the process," said Elison, an alarming uptick that was notable not only for its abruptness but for the quality of the stories.
From Salon ● Feb. 25, 2023
Since she’s played by Frances McDormand, the most famous face in the cast and an actor who could disembowel the patriarchy in her sleep, the abruptness of her departure feels particularly pointed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2022
Mr. Moline and Ms. Holland-Thielen said the abruptness of their firings made them suspect that Ms. Shotwell had bowed to pressure.
From New York Times ● Nov. 17, 2022
Then, with characteristic abruptness, he turned back and resumed filling in “o”s.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
