brusque (Meaning)

Wordnet

brusque (s)

marked by rude or peremptory shortness

Webster

Rough and prompt in manner; blunt; abrupt; bluff; as, a brusque man; a brusque style.

His brusque manner of speaking often rubbed people the wrong way.
The receptionist's brusque tone left the visitors feeling unwelcome.
Despite his brusque demeanor, he was efficient and got the job done.
She found it challenging to work with her boss, who was known for his brusque communication style.
The waiter's brusque service left a sour taste in the mouths of the diners.
The CEO's brusque decision-making approach sometimes led to misunderstandings among the team.
She tried not to take offense at his brusque comments, knowing he meant well.
The doctor's brusque manner in delivering the diagnosis left the patient feeling uneasy.
His brusque dismissal of her ideas during the meeting was disheartening.
Despite his reputation for being brusque, he had a kind heart underneath his tough exterior.

marked by rude or peremptory shortnessRough and prompt in manner; blunt; abrupt; bluff; as, a brusque man; a brusque style.

abrupt, curt, crusty, downright, blunt, rude, gruff, unceremonious, snippy, short

tactful, courteous, civil, circuitous, gracious, suave, smooth, polite, circuitous, courteous

His brusque manner of speaking often rubbed people the wrong way.

The receptionist's brusque tone left the visitors feeling unwelcome.

Despite his brusque demeanor, he was efficient and got the job done.

She found it challenging to work with her boss, who was known for his brusque communication style.