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abort

[əˈbɔːt]

abort Definition

to stop a process or activity before it is finished, especially because it is not developing or progressing well.

Using abort: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abort" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mission had to be aborted due to technical difficulties.

  • Example

    She decided to abort the project after realizing it was not feasible.

  • Example

    The pilot had to abort the landing due to poor visibility.

abort Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for abort

Antonyms for abort

Phrases with abort

  • an order to cancel or stop a military operation or mission

    Example

    The commander ordered to abort the mission due to unexpected enemy resistance.

  • to cancel or abandon a plan or idea

    Example

    They had to abort their plans for a vacation due to financial constraints.

  • to cancel or postpone the launch of a product or service

    Example

    The company had to abort the launch of their new product due to production issues.

Origins of abort

from Latin 'abortus', meaning 'miscarriage'

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Summary: abort in Brief

'Abort' [əˈbɔːt] means to stop a process or activity before it is finished, especially because it is not developing or progressing well. It is often used in situations where a mission, project, or plan needs to be cancelled or postponed. Examples include 'The mission had to be aborted due to technical difficulties.' and 'She decided to abort the project after realizing it was not feasible.' Synonyms for 'abort' include 'cancel,' 'terminate,' and 'halt.'

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