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Definition of abruptly adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

abruptly

adverb
 
/əˈbrʌptli/
 
/əˈbrʌptli/
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  1. in a sudden, unexpected and often unpleasant way
    • The interview ended abruptly.
  2. in a way that seems rude and unfriendly, without taking time to say more than is necessary synonym brusquely, curtly
    • ‘Come here!’ she said abruptly.
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