NYT Dictionary

IRRUPT

/ˈɪrəpt/
VerbIR-ruptir-rupt · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2024, 2025

Meaning

To break into.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Latin irruptus, past participle of irrumpō.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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