To interrupt suddenly.
Something which is abrupt; an abyss.
Without notice to prepare the mind for the event; sudden; hasty; unceremonious.
Curt in manner.
Suddenly terminating, as if cut off; truncate.
Having sudden transitions from one subject or state to another; unconnected; disjointed.
Extremely steep or craggy as if broken up; precipitous.
The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.
Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.
describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus
Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.
Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.