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 35 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abruptly along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abruptly
- all of a sudden
- directly
- fast
- full tilt
- hastily
- immediately
- impetuously
- impulsively
- incontinently
- instantaneously
- instantly
- on a sudden
- posthaste
- precipitously
- promptly
- pronto
- quick
- quickly
- rapidly
- rashly
- readily
- recklessly
- right
- right away
- right off
- short
- snappily
- speedily
- straightaway
- suddenly
- surprisingly
- swift
- swiftly
- unanticipatedly
- unexpectedly
Antonyms for abruptly
- gradually
- hesitantly
- slowly
Meanings of abruptly
- adverb
- 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 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abruptly, such as: all of a sudden, directly, fast, full tilt, gradually, hastily, hesitantly.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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unanticipatedly
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