Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brusque
adjective
/brĘŚsk/
Definition
A sudden, abrupt manner or speech; often rude or curt.
Examples
- His brusque response left her feeling insulted.
- The manager’s brusque way of giving orders made the team uncomfortable.
Meaning
Brusque describes a way of speaking or behaving that is short and dismissive, sometimes perceived as rude.
Synonyms
- curt
- blunt
- abrupt
- gruff
- short
