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Meaning of abruptness
The primary meaning of the word "abruptness" is the quality of being sudden or unexpected in a way that is often surprising or shocking.
Etymology of abruptness
The word "abruptness" originates from the Latin word "abruptus," meaning broken off, and the suffix "-ness," which forms a noun indicating a state or quality
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is sudden or unexpected
Synonyms
suddenness
brusqueness
curtness
brevity
terseness
bluntness
gruffness
harshness
severity
rigor
abruptitude
precipitousness
steepness
sharpness
crudeness
coarseness
roughness
brashness
curtness
shortness
succinctness
compactness
conciseness
directness
frankness
straightforwardness
forthrightness
openness
candor
bluntness
gruffness
Definitions
- The quality of being sudden and unexpected, or of having a sharp or steep quality
- The state of being brusque or curt in manner or tone
- A sudden or steep change or transition
Usage Examples
- The abruptness of the announcement caught everyone off guard
- The steep cliff was a testament to the abruptness of the landscape
- The manager's brusqueness and abruptness made her unpopular with her employees
Antonyms
gradualness
slowness
gentleness
mildness
softness
smoothness
evenness
steadiness
consistency
predictability
expectedness
continuity
coherence
harmony
balance
stability
calmness
serenity
peacefulness
tranquility