exabrupto

outburst

noun eks-ah-BROOP-toh Rare

Origin: From Latin ex abrupto, meaning 'from the abrupt', used as a noun in Spanish.

Also means

rude remark

Usage Note

Exabrupto refers specifically to a sudden, blunt, or rude verbal outburst — often an inappropriate comment that catches listeners off guard. The plural exabruptos is regular. It typically implies social rudeness rather than anger alone, so it is closer to 'gaffe' or 'cutting remark' than to a shout.

Examples

"Sus exabruptos incomodaron a todos."

Natural Translation

His outbursts made everyone uncomfortable.

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