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terse

The word “terse” has 1 syllable: terse

It's pronounced as /tɜrs/

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In the thesaurus, “terse” has 35 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for terse along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for terse

Antonyms for terse

Meanings of terse

  • adjective
    1. (by extension) Of speech or style: brief, concise, to the point.
    2. (by extension) Of manner or speech: abruptly or brusquely short; curt.
    3. Burnished, polished; fine, smooth; neat, spruce.

Example Sentences

  • His reply was terse, giving no explanation.
  • The manager’s terse instructions left the employees confused.
  • She gave a terse nod and walked away.
  • The email was terse, but the message was clear.
  • He answered in a terse manner, avoiding small talk.

On this page you'll find 56 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to terse, such as: abbreviated, abridged, abrupt, aphoristic, apothegmatic, blunt, brief.

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