Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pauciloquent
Adjective
/ˌpɔː.sɪˈkwɛnt/
Definition
Characterized by the use of few words; concise in speech.
Examples
- Despite her vast knowledge, she remained pauciloquent during the meeting, providing only essential information.
- His pauciloquent responses made it difficult for the team to gauge his true opinions.
Meaning
When someone is pauciloquent, they tend to speak very little and often use fewer words than necessary, conveying their thoughts with brevity.
Synonyms
- Concise
- Succinct
- Brief
- Terse
