interrupting

Meanings

• Verb

  Act of interrupting someone or something.

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Pronunciation

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Antonyms

continue , resume

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Variants

List of all variants of interrupting that leads to same result
interrupt , interrupted , interruptible , interrupting , interruptive , interrupts

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Etymology

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From Old French interrompre 'disrupt, interrupt' or Latin interruptus 'broken, interrupted'.

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Trivia

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1. Interrupting can be a sign of intelligence and eagerness to contribute to a conversation.

2. In some cultures, interrupting is considered a sign of respect and attentiveness.

3. Interrupting can lead to unexpected discoveries and new ideas.

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Related Concepts

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1. Politeness: Interrupting can be seen as impolite or rude, especially in formal situations. Good manners and social etiquette suggest waiting for an appropriate moment to interrupt.

2. Communication: Interrupting can hinder effective communication and lead to misunderstandings or conflicts. Active listening and respect for others' turn to speak are essential skills in communication.

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Culture

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Interrupting is a common occurrence in daily life and can be seen as a polite or impolite act depending on the context and the reason for the interruption. In literature, interrupting is used as a plot device to create tension and conflict.

How to Memorize "interrupting"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of interrupting as physically stopping someone or something, or mentally interrupting a thought or conversation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate interrupting with the image of a red stop sign or a raised hand to signal a halt or interruption.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pause, Apologize, Understand, Speak' to remember the steps for interrupting politely: Pause before interrupting, Apologize for interrupting, Understand the reason for the interruption, and Speak your message clearly and respectfully.

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