Question 239
HardOriginal questionChoose the word closest in meaning to the word in capitals.
The clerk's BRUSQUE reply upset the old man.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Brusque means short and rude. Curt means the same.
Worth noting
Brisk looks alike but means quick and lively. Polite and gentle are opposites.
- Concept
- A word of the same meaning as "brusque"
- Typical timeTypical
- 30 s
- Your timeYours
- —
Practise this chapter →
Ten questions from Synonyms, at your own pace.