brusk

[brʌsk]

brusk Definition

• 1. blunt in manner or speech often to the point of ungracious harshness
• 2. abrupt, curt

Using brusk: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "brusk" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He gave a brusque nod.

• Example

  She was brusque with the customers.

• Example

  His brusque manner sometimes upset people.

brusk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for brusk

• blunt
• curt
• abrupt
• terse
• short

Antonyms for brusk

• polite
• courteous
• gracious

Phrases with brusk

• brusque awakening

  a sudden and unpleasant realization of the truth about something

  Example

  The company's financial crisis was a brusque awakening for the CEO.

• brusque dismissal

  an abrupt and rude termination of employment or service

  Example

  The employee was shocked by his brusque dismissal from the company.

• brusque reply

  an abrupt and curt response to a question or statement

  Example

  She was taken aback by his brusque reply to her inquiry.

Origins of brusk

from Middle English 'bruske', meaning 'bristly'

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Summary: brusk in Brief

'Brusk' [brʌsk] describes a person or their manner as blunt, curt, and often ungraciously harsh. It is used to describe someone who is abrupt in their speech or actions, as in 'He gave a brusque nod.' The term can also be used in phrases such as 'brusque awakening,' which refers to a sudden and unpleasant realization of the truth about something.