GRE Word List

BRUSQUE

markedly short and abrupt

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

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WordMeaning
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
reinstateto place again (as in possession or in a former position)
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious