irrupt
irrupt · irrupts · irrupted · irrupting
To break intoTo break into.
Meaning
3 senses(transitive)To break into.
(intransitive)To enter forcibly or uninvited.
enter uninvited
(intransitive)To rapidly increase or intensify.
increase rapidly and in an uncontrolled manner
Origin
From Latin irruptus, past participle of irrumpō.From Latin irruptus, past participle of irrumpō.
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Forms
irrupts, irrupting, irrupted, irruptedSynonyms
7 synonymsWord family
2 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle
See also
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