laconic
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- laconically adverb
- unlaconic adjective
Etymology
Origin of laconic
1580–90; < Latin Lacōnicus < Greek Lakōnikós Laconian, equivalent to Lákōn a Laconian + -ikos -ic
Example Sentences
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But perhaps the laconic statement from Marie Sherlock of the center-left Labour Party captured the spirit of this ugly encounter in a more realistic mode.
From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026
Mr. Mamdani would present an enticing target to a political opponent of laconic self-discipline and charitable forbearance.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025
It inspired his themes—war, fear, mutilation, endurance, courage, comradeship and death—and his laconic and stoical, virile and aggressive heroes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
Chris Lombardi, founder of Matador Records, recalls first pitching Perry’s idea to Stephen Malkmus, the band’s notoriously laconic chief songwriter, singer, guitarist and nominal leader.
From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2025
A rare smile covered the features of the normally laconic Julian.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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