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(ir-rup-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. 1 a sudden violent entrance; a bursting in; 2 a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence

Example Sentence

The irruption of the soldiers into the room frightened us.

Synonyms

sudden invasion; sudden entrance; sudden attack

Antonyms

leaving

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