"Rupture" refers to the act of breaking apart or a disruption in harmony.
"Rupture" signifies an act of breaking, a fracture, or a break in peaceful relations.
| Word | rupture |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | act of breaking; fracture; break in harmony or peaceful relations. |
| Sentence | The rupture of gas lines caused by the earthquake contributed greatly to the fire that ensued. |
Tags: psat
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