Describes an action, remark, or change that comes without warning and feels out of place or lacking context. Often used with に as an adverb.
He abruptly changed the subject.
その質問はあまりにも唐突だった。
The question was far too sudden.
He suddenly stood up without warning.
I was surprised by the abrupt question.
I was confused because the topic changed so abruptly.
That remark felt abrupt and out of place.