adverb
- in a sudden and unexpected way
- in a rude or unfriendly manner
Examples
- The meeting ended abruptly when the fire alarm went off.
- She turned abruptly and walked away without saying goodbye.
- The road curves abruptly to the left after the bridge.
- He spoke abruptly to the customer, making her feel unwelcome.
- The music stopped abruptly in the middle of the song.
- The trail ends abruptly at the edge of the cliff.
- When asked about his plans, he answered abruptly and changed the subject.