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    Brusque (en. Sudden)

    /bʁysk/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which expresses a brutal or quick manner.
    His brusque response surprised everyone.
    Sa réponse brusque a surpris tout le monde.
    Which has an undiplomatic behavior.
    He has a brusque tone that can be misinterpreted.
    Il a un ton brusque qui peut être mal perçu.
    Marked by a lack of gentleness.
    His brusque attitude can put some people off.
    Son attitude brusque peut rebuter certaines personnes.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'brusque', coming from Italian 'brusco', meaning 'harsh' or 'rude'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    brusque response
    A response given without thinking, in a direct manner.
    réponse brusque
    brusque attitude
    An uncompromising or unfriendly behavior.
    attitude brusque
    brusque movement
    A sudden and graceless movement.
    mouvement brusque

    Related Words

    brusqueness
    Brusque character; rude way of expressing oneself.
    brusquerie
    brusquely
    In a brusque, unexpected manner.
    brusquement
    rude
    Lacking politeness or finesse.
    rude

    Slang Meanings

    To have a tone that leaves no room for discussion.
    He was brusque, as usual, when we brought up the topic.
    Il a été brusque, comme d'habitude, quand on a abordé le sujet.
    To respond without beating around the bush.
    When I asked for his opinion, he was brusque and direct.
    Quand je lui ai demandé son avis, il a été brusque et direct.