Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-a-word
Phrase
/ˈat ə wərd/
Definition
A concise term or phrase that encapsulates a broader concept or idea, usually in a succinct manner.
Examples
- When I asked for her opinion, she replied with an at-a-word: ‘Amazing!’
- The report was lengthy, but the conclusion could be simplified to just one at-a-word: ‘Success.’
- In their presentation, they used an at-a-word to effectively summarize their findings.
Meaning
The term refers to being direct and straightforward in communication, often summarizing complex thoughts in one word or a short phrase.
Synonyms
- Summation
- Essence
- Keywords
