Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curt
adjective
/kɜrt/
Definition
Brief and to the point, often to the point of being rude.
Examples
- The teacher’s curt response left the students feeling confused.
- When asked about his weekend, he gave a curt nod and changed the subject.
- Her curt manner made it hard to engage in a friendly conversation.
Meaning
When someone is described as curt, they usually communicate in a way that feels abrupt or brusque, lacking warmth or courtesy.
Synonyms
- blunt
- brief
- terse
- partial
- abrupt
