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    Brusques (en. Abrupt)

    bʁysk

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which manifests suddenly and without warning.
    His sudden departure surprised everyone.
    Son départ brusque a surpris tout le monde.
    Behavior that lacks softness or delicacy.
    She reacted abruptly to the criticism.
    Elle a réagi de manière brusque à la critique.
    A rapid and unexpected change.
    The weather took a sudden turn with the arrival of the storm.
    Le temps a pris un tour brusque avec l'arrivée de l'orage.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'brusca', meaning rough or harsh.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sudden reaction
    An unexpected or unforeseen response.
    réaction brusque
    sudden change
    A quick transition from one state to another.
    changement brusque
    abrupt tone
    A tone of voice that lacks gentleness.
    ton brusque

    Related Words

    brusquely
    In a brusque manner.
    brusquement
    abruptness
    Abrupt character in manners.
    brusquerie

    Slang Meanings

    Unexpected reaction.
    He had a sudden start when he heard the noise.
    Il a eu une brusque sursaut quand il a entendu le bruit.
    Quick and unpredictable gesture.
    Her response was really abrupt; I didn't expect it.
    Sa réponse a été vraiment brusque, je ne m'y attendais pas.