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There was a sudden loud noise.
What does Sudden mean?
happening quickly without warning.
Dictionary definition
Happening quickly and without warning.
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A sudden change in tone shifted the story mood.
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Sudden events can force characters to adapt fast.
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What does sudden mean?
Sudden means happening quickly without warning.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to sudden?
Abrupt is close in meaning to sudden in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for sudden?
Gradual contrasts with sudden in this context.
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WordSudden.
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MeaningSudden means happening quickly without warning.
ExampleExample: There was a sudden loud noise.
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- Syllables
- sud · n
- Strongest beat
- sud
- Ending
- n
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sud.
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Synonyms
Words like Sudden
abruptUse when change happens quickly and sharply.
unexpectedUse when something is not anticipated.
Antonyms
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gradualUse when change happens slowly.
predictableUse when something can be expected.
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Sudden word family
Base word
sudden
adverb
suddenly
In a quick and unexpected way.
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