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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

brusque

/brʌsk/ adjective · British & US
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What does brusque mean?

adjective

Rough and unpolished in manner or style; blunt and direct in speech or action. A brusque person is often seen as being abrupt or curt.

Example

"The brusque manager gave the employee a direct and to-the-point feedback."

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