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Terse

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Definition sparing in the use of words; abrupt.

Translations

Read the translations of the word "terse" in different languages. Find your native language here.
cn
简洁的
en
terse
es
breve
fr
laconique
de
knapp
ar
مقتضب
hi
संक्षिप्त
pl
lakoniczny
ru
краткий
ja
簡潔な

Examples

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Her terse response left him speechless.
The author's writing style is often described as terse.
He gave a terse explanation for his absence.

Story

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Once upon a time, in a quaint little village, there lived a cat named Bernie. Bernie was no ordinary cat, he had a special talent for languages. Every day, Bernie would embark on a new adventure, learning a peculiar foreign word. One sunny morning, Bernie strolled through the bustling marketplace, his eyes gleaming with curiosity. He observed the townspeople going about their daily routines, their conversations filled with animated gestures and animated voices. Bernie's ears perked up as he heard a melodic word being exchanged between two merchants. "Terse," Bernie mused to himself, intrigued by the sound. He couldn't resist the temptation to learn its meaning. Determined, he approached the merchants, his tail swaying with anticipation. "Excuse me, kind sirs," Bernie meowed politely, "I couldn't help but overhear your conversation. What does 'terse' mean?" The merchants exchanged a perplexed glance before one of them replied, "Ah, little feline, 'terse' means using few words, being brief and to the point." Bernie's whiskers twitched with delight as he added the new word to his growing repertoire. With his newfound knowledge, he scampered through the village, engaging in conversations with his feline friends, always finding clever ways to incorporate "terse" into their discussions. As the days went by, Bernie continued his linguistic endeavors, learning a plethora of foreign words. His eloquence and charming personality made him the talk of the town, leaving everyone in awe of his ability to effortlessly weave these words into everyday conversations. And so, Bernie the cat became a beloved figure in the village, teaching his friends and neighbors a new word every day, spreading knowledge and delight in his wake. With his charismatic charm and insatiable hunger for learning, Bernie's adventures in language continued, inspiring all those around him to embrace the beauty of words and the joy of discovery.