Succinct
mediumPositive tonesuk-SINGKT
adjective
Definition
Briefly and clearly expressed
Memory hook
SUC-CINCT: Sounds like 'suck SYNC' -- everything syncs perfectly into few words.
Word roots
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Examples
“She gave a succinct explanation of the complex issue.”
“His succinct writing impressed the editor.”
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“She gave a ______ explanation of the complex issue.”
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succinct
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GRE Tip
Succinct is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "concise" or "brief" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "verbose".
Related GRE Words
concise
Giving a lot of information clearly and in few words; brief but comprehensive
laconic
Using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
aphoristic
Containing or characterized by aphorisms; concise and memorable
compendious
Containing a lot of information in a concise form; comprehensive yet brief
pithy
Concise and forcefully expressive
curt
Rudely brief or abrupt in speech or manner
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