Terse

/tɝːs/

The meaning and definition of Terse, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective
  1. (by extension) Of speech or style: brief, concise, to the point.
  2. (by extension) Of manner or speech: abruptly or brusquely short; curt.
Synonyms concise succinct abrupt brusque mardy short-spoken
Antonyms prolix verbose wordy

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