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Synonyms of abrupt

13 similar words

Another word for abrupt is sudden. Other synonyms of abrupt are rude, blunt, brusque, terse and unexpected.

Synonyms and similar words for abrupt

adjectiveWithout notice to prepare the mind for the event; sudden; hasty; unceremonious.

  • suddenOccurring quickly with little or no warning or expectation; instantly.
  • disconnected
  • unexpectedNot expected, anticipated or foreseen.

adjectiveCurt in manner.

  • brusqueRudely abrupt; curt, unfriendly.
  • rudeViolent; abrupt; turbulent.
  • uncivil
  • impoliteNot polite; discourteous; not of polished manners; wanting in good manners.
  • terseOf manner or speech: abruptly or brusquely short; curt.
  • briskAbrupt, curt in one's manner or in relation to others.
  • bluntAbrupt in address; plain; unceremonious; wanting in the forms of civility; rough in manners or speech.

adjectiveExtremely steep or craggy as if broken up; precipitous.

Meaning of abrupt

  1. adjective Broken away (from restraint).
  2. adjective Without notice to prepare the mind for the event; sudden; hasty; unceremonious.
  3. adjective Curt in manner.

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Questions about synonyms of abrupt

What is another word for abrupt?
Abrupt has 13 synonyms on Word.ws, such as sudden, rude, blunt, brusque, terse and unexpected.
What does abrupt mean?
Abrupt means broken away (from restraint).

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