GRE Word List

BRUSQUE

markedly short and abrupt

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

Random words

WordMeaning
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
valedictoryof or relating to a valediction : expressing or containing a farewell
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
muggybeing warm, damp, and close
dissipateto break up and drive off
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
translucentpermitting the passage of light:
tinta usually slight or pale coloration : hue