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.
驚喜派對的計畫因為貴賓提前到達而泡湯,使得這次慶祝活動成為了一次失敗的嘗試。