tersely
adjectiveHow many syllables in tersely?
There are 2 syllables in the word tersely.How to pronounce tersely:
Definition of tersely:
- tersely (adjective):
- short, brusque
- using few words devoid of superfluity
Synonyms for tersely:
bluntlylaconicallyexactlyrudelysharplyabruptlysuccinctlygrufflycurtlybrieflyShow 8 more
Antonyms for tersely:
nicelypermanentlypompouslykindlyconfusedlylengthilyvaguelyboringlygentlyrepetitivelyShow 4 more
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