Abrupt

adjective · SAT

Meaning: Sudden and unexpected; also, curt in manner.

Example

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to choose not to do or have something, such as voting or eating certain foods

to provide room for

bitterness or ill feeling, especially in speech or manner

good enough for a particular need or purpose

creating a benefit or a favorable position

concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty

combine or unite to form one organization or structure

friendly and without serious disagreement