abrupt

Definition

  • adjective: very sudden and not expected
  • adjective: characterized by or involving action or change without preparation or warning
  • synonyms: unexpected, broken, disconnected

Examples

  • The party ended 'abruptly' when the police arrived.

  • She turned 'abruptly' and walked away.

  • The land dropped off 'abruptly'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Walt. We need to talk. Just say it. They're cutting off the money. What did she say, exactly? Not much. It was abrupt. She said something like: "I'm sorry to have to do this... ...but Elliott and I can no longer continue to pay for Walt's treatment. I wish you the very best." (..)
    2009 TvShow: Breaking Bad Title: Peekaboo Season: 2 Episode 6