Curtly Definition

In a brief, abrupt, and sometimes rudely impolite manner.

Less frequent than the adjective “curt,” but familiar in formal and literary descriptions of speech or behavior.

Curtly is an adverb.

Curtly has high GRE relevance.

Curtly Synonyms

abruptly , brusquely , shortly , tersely

How To Use Curtly In A Sentence

  1. “I have nothing more to say,” she replied curtly.
  2. The clerk curtly dismissed the customer's complaint.
  3. He answered curtly, making it clear that the discussion was over.
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