Curt
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adjective
Definition
Rudely brief or abrupt in speech or manner
Examples
“His curt reply indicated he had no interest in further discussion.”
“The receptionist's curt manner offended many visitors.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Curt is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "brusque" or "terse" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "verbose".
Related GRE Words
terse
Sparing in the use of words; abrupt
succinct
Briefly and clearly expressed
uncommunicative
Unwilling to talk or give out information
taciturn
Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
laconic
Using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
concise
Giving a lot of information clearly and in few words; brief but comprehensive
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