abruptest
|a-brupt-est|
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/əˈbrʌptɪst/
(abrupt)
sudden change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abrupt' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abruptus', where 'ab-' meant 'off' and 'rumpere' meant 'to break'.
Historical Evolution
'abruptus' transformed into the French word 'abrupt', and eventually became the modern English word 'abrupt' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'broken off or steep', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'sudden or unexpected'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
superlative form of 'abrupt', meaning the most abrupt.
The cliff had the abruptest drop I've ever seen.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 14:51