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19. laconic :



adjective :

using few words, especially to the point of seeming rude



usage :

  • The manager's laconic dismissal letter left the fired employees feeling angry and hurt.

  • When she went backstage, June discovered why the popular rock musician was so laconic in public: his voice was high and squeaky.

  • a laconic reply



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