abruptly

The word “abruptly” has 3 syllables: a-brupt-ly.

It's pronounced as /əˈbrʌptli/.


What is synonym and antonym for abruptly?

In the thesaurus, “abruptly” has 4 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abruptly along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for abruptly

  • all of a sudden
  • precipitously
  • suddenly
  • unexpectedly

Antonyms for abruptly

  • gradually
  • slowly

Meanings of abruptly

  • adverb
    1. In an abrupt manner; without giving notice, or without the usual forms; suddenly; precipitously.

Example Sentences

  • She abruptly stopped talking when she saw him enter the room.
  • The car abruptly swerved to avoid hitting the deer on the road.
  • His speech ended abruptly when the fire alarm went off.
  • The music abruptly changed tempo, surprising everyone on the dance floor.
  • The meeting was abruptly adjourned when the power went out.

On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abruptly, such as: all of a sudden, gradually, precipitously, slowly, suddenly, unexpectedly.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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tactlessly

  • abruptly
  • bluntly
  • brusquely
  • crudely
  • curtly
  • harshly
  • impolitely
  • inconsiderately
  • rudely
  • sharply

unanticipatedly

  • abruptly
  • all of a sudden
  • off base
  • precipitously
  • quickly
  • suddenly
  • swiftly
  • unexpectedly

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