curt
adjective
rudely brief in speech or abrupt in manner.
curtness
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a word derived from
curt.
Example Sentences
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Blane might have to brush off Duckie’s occasional curtness, but that’s the extent of his woes.
From Salon β Feb. 28, 2026
And curtness will probably serve you better than trying to illustrate the boundaries of acceptable questions to tenacious neighbors.
From New York Times β Feb. 25, 2021
On the other hand, something happened, given the curtness and suddenness of the split.
From Slate β Sep. 22, 2011
What is noteworthy, though, is the curtness with which they’ve done so.
From Salon β Apr. 16, 2010
Was that unusual curtness directed at her, or was it something else?
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
