Definition

To stop something from continuing or developing, often before it is finished or fully formed.

Example

The mission was aborted due to technical difficulties.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the mission that had to abort its launch?

Yeah, I read that it was due to technical issues.

That's such a shame; I was really looking forward to it.

Me too! Hopefully, they'll reschedule it soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The act of stopping or ending something before it is finished, often used in contexts like computer programs, projects, or flights.

Example

The mission was a failure due to an unexpected abort of the launch sequence.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent abort of the satellite launch?

Yeah, I read that there was some technical issue.

It's a shame they had to abort it right before takeoff.

Definition

To stop something from continuing or to end it before it is finished, often used in the context of ending a pregnancy or halting a process.

Example

The doctor had to abort the procedure due to unforeseen complications.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they might abort the project due to budget cuts?

Yeah, I read that too. It's such a shame after all the effort everyone has put in.

I really hope they reconsider before they officially abort it.

Root Explanation

Abort → It is formed from "ab-" (meaning away) and "oriri" (meaning to rise). The word describes the act of causing something to rise away or to terminate before completion.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'rising away' — 'ab-' means away, and 'oriri' means to rise. This helps you remember that to abort means to terminate something before it is completed.

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