abruptness
/ˈæbrʌptnɛs/ · abrupt·ness
noun
- The quality of being sudden or unexpected; a lack of gradualness or gentleness. The abruptness of the news shocked everyone in the room.
- A state of being sudden or unexpected; a moment of sudden change or transition. The abruptness of the storm caught us off guard.
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Did you know? The word 'abruptness' is often used in literature and poetry to describe a sudden change or turn of events, adding a sense of drama and tension to the narrative.