Abort

Abort: The dictionary definition of “abort” is a verb with several meanings:

1. To terminate a process prematurely, especially a mission, project, or procedure:
   • Use case: Ending something before it is completed or fully executed.
   • Example: The launch was aborted due to technical difficulties.
2. To end a pregnancy deliberately by medical means:
   • Use case: Referring to the medical procedure of ending a pregnancy.
   • Example: She decided to abort the pregnancy for personal reasons.
3. To fail to achieve an intended goal or outcome:
   • Use case: Describing a situation where a plan or effort is abandoned or doesn’t succeed.
   • Example: The mission to rescue the hostages had to be aborted when negotiations broke down.

Examples In Sentences:

1. Due to bad weather conditions, the pilot had to abort the landing and circle the airport for another attempt.
2. The software update process was aborted halfway through due to a system error.
3. The company decided to abort the merger negotiations after disagreements over terms.

Related words:

1. Terminate
2. Cancel
3. Halt
4. Cease