brusque

Meanings

• adjective

  Being or showing a harsh, abrupt, or brusque manner; rough and unfriendly.

  - "His brusque manner put off potential investors."
  - "Despite her brusque demeanor, she had a kind heart."

• verb

  To treat (someone) in a brusque or peremptory manner.

  - "He was brusque with the waiter when he asked for a glass of water."
  - "The manager brusque his employees for not meeting their targets."

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Pronunciation

1. /bɹʌsk/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with brusque
brooke , mute , rude , squeak

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Variants

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brusk , brusker , bruskest , brusque , brusqueer , brusqueest , brusquely , brusqueness , brusquenesses , brusquer , brusquest

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Etymology

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From Old French brusquer, probably from brosser, to brush.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'brusque' comes from the Old French word 'brosser', which means 'to brush'.

2. The word 'brusque' is often used interchangeably with the word 'abrasive'.

3. In French cuisine, a 'brusque' is a type of pastry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rudeness: Being or showing a lack of politeness or consideration for others; behaving in an unpleasant or offensive way.

2. Abrusiveness: Being or showing a harsh, sharp, or biting manner; being easily irritated or provoked.

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Culture

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The word 'brusque' is often used to describe someone who is rude, harsh, or abrupt in their behavior or speech. It can also refer to a quick, efficient manner. In literature, the word is used to portray characters who are difficult to get along with or who have a no-nonsense attitude. In music, there is a jazz standard called 'Brusque' by Dizzy Gillespie.

How to Memorize "brusque"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone with a stern face and sharp tone of voice. Visualize their quick and efficient movements.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with someone who is rough around the edges or who has a no-nonsense attitude.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word as 'B-R-U-S-Q-U-E', which sounds like 'brush' and fits the meaning of the word.

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