GRE Word List

LACONIC

using or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious

The meaning of the word laconic is using or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious.

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WordMeaning
induceto move by persuasion or influence
codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
obliviouslacking remembrance, memory, or mindful attention
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
crotchetygiven to crotchets (see crotchet
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious