Brusque
Adjectiveठंस, रूखा
Definition
Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner.
Contextual Sentence: "The manager’s brusque reply offended the job applicant."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Break it into 'brusque' sounds like 'brisk'—quick and to the point, often rudely.
Synonyms
curt
blunt
gruff
Antonyms
polite
courteous
tactful