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irruptive

/ɪˈrʌptɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does irruptive mean?

adjective

Breaking in suddenly or violently; interrupting a smooth or continuous process.

Example

"The irruptive sound of the fire alarm pierced through the quiet morning air."

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