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Meaning of Abruptness
The primary meaning of "abruptness" refers to the quality of being sudden or unexpected in nature, manner, or action.
Definitions
- The quality of being sudden or unexpected in nature, manner, or action
- * A sudden or unexpected change, especially one that is unwelcome or unpleasant
Etymology of Abruptness
The word "abruptness" originates from the Latin "abruptus," meaning broken off, which is a combination of "ab" (from) and "rumpere" (to break)
Historically, the term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is sudden, unexpected, or cut off
Example Uses
- The abruptness of the manager's tone caught everyone off guard
- * The abruptness of the stop made me spill my coffee
- * The abruptness of the change in weather was surprising
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
gradualness
slowness
gentleness
softness
mildness
subtlety
delicacy
finesse
tact
diplomacy
courtesy
politeness
pleasantness
smoothness
continuity
consistency
predictability
stability
steadiness
calmness