brusque

• Descreve uma pessoa ou um modo de agir que é seco, direto e quase grosseiro na fala ou no comportamento, sem rodeios nem delicadeza.

Describes a person or manner that is abrupt, short, and almost rude in speech or behavior.

1. Abrupt or curt in mannerC1formal

   Blunt and short in speech or behavior, often to the point of being rude.

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   • His brusque reply surprised everyone in the room.
   • She was brusque with the waiter, which made her companion uncomfortable.
   • The manager's brusque tone discouraged questions from the staff.

   Sinônimosabruptbluntcurtgruffoffhandsharpshortsnappishterseunceremonious

   Antônimoscourteousdiplomaticgentlegraciouskindpolitesmoothsuavetactfulwarm