BRUSK as ADJECTIVE

1. Meaning
   • marked by rude or peremptory shortness
   Synonym(s)
   • brusque (what does brusque mean?)
   • curt (what does curt mean?)
   • short(p) (what does short(p) mean?)
   Usage Example(s)
   • try to cultivate a less brusque manner
   • a curt reply
   • the salesgirl was very short with him
   Similar To
   • discourteous (what does discourteous mean?)