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curt
adjective
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Definition of curt:

curt (adjective):
sparing of words terse
so blunt and brief as to be rude
marked by rude or peremptory shortness.

Synonyms for curt:

downrightgruffsuccinctbrusqueabruptungracioushonestsummarycrustysharp
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Antonyms for curt:

affectionateaccommodatingconsiderateoutgoingcomplimentaryapproachabletenderheartedgenialheartybenevolent
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