abortive
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/əˈbɔːrtɪv/
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/əˈbɔːtɪv/
Something that fails to achieve its intended purpose or is not completed.
The plan for a surprise party was ruined when the guest of honor arrived early, making the event an abortive attempt at a celebration.
サプライズパーティーの計画は、特別なゲストが早く到着してしまったため、計画が台無しになり、お祝いの試みが失敗に終わった。