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abruptness

How to use abruptness in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for abruptness.

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It's the same as being turned down, possibly with some abruptness.

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Definitions3
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Quick take

an abrupt discourteous manner

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of abruptness gathered in one view.

noun

an abrupt discourteous manner

noun

the property possessed by a slope that is very steep

noun

the quality of happening with headlong haste or without warning

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for abruptness.

Example sentences

1

It's the same as being turned down, possibly with some abruptness.

2

Chances are, you won't encounter that kind of abruptness.

3

The abruptness and tone, however, made it feel like he was very upset.

4

It is an excuse for brevity that could be mistaken for abruptness.

5

Yeah, but that doesn't explain the abruptness, or reddit's continuing silence.

6

" Such abruptness would probably make people distrustful.

7

In theory, redemption would be distributed over time vs. the abruptness of our current situation.

8

I probably overestimate the abruptness, but it will happen.

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I've gotten similar comments about the abruptness of the transitions and agree a little softening would go a long way.

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I believe there was a concern about the abruptness of ending the medication potentially causing epilepsy.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use abruptness in a sentence?

It's the same as being turned down, possibly with some abruptness.

What does abruptness mean?

an abrupt discourteous manner

What part of speech is abruptness?

abruptness is commonly used as noun.