GRE Word List

BRUSQUE

markedly short and abrupt

The meaning of the word brusque is markedly short and abrupt.

Random words

WordMeaning
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
hermitagethe habitation of a hermit
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
reciprocalinversely related : opposite
colloquialused in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation
iconoclastica person who attacks settled beliefs or institutions