Aborted Meaning in English
word · lemma: abort
Definition
Stopped before being completed, often suddenly or intentionally. It can refer to a plan, process, operation, or sometimes a pregnancy that did not continue.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal/written contexts (technology, medicine, projects). Collocates with 'mission', 'process', 'procedure', 'pregnancy'. Avoid using for people or objects. In medicine, 'aborted' is sensitive and often replaced with 'terminated'.
Example Sentences
The mission was aborted due to bad weather.
basic
The procedure was aborted by the doctor.
basic
The project was aborted after funding was lost.
basic
The launch was aborted just seconds before liftoff.
natural
She felt relieved when the dangerous operation was aborted.
natural
The download got aborted because of a poor internet connection.
natural