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laconical


Meanings
  • adjective

    Marked by brevity and conciseness, especially in speech or writing.

    - "The laconical style of ancient Greek writers is known for its succinctness."
    - "The judge delivered a laconical verdict, stating only the facts without any elaboration."

Variants
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laconic , laconically
Etymology
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From the name of the ancient Greek city of Laconia, famous for its terse and direct speech.


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  1. The ancient Greek city of Sparta was located in Laconia and was famous for its laconical style of military discipline and training.

  2. The term 'laconical' is also used in modern English to describe someone who speaks in a very brief and concise manner.


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  1. terse: Synonym of laconical, meaning marked by brevity and conciseness.

  2. succinct: Another synonym of laconical, meaning expressing the meaning clearly and briefly, without unnecessary detail.


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In literature, the term 'laconical' is often used to describe the style of ancient Greek writers such as Homer and Plutarch, who were known for their brevity and directness.

How to Memorize "laconical"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a Greek statue with a quill pen in one hand and a short scroll in the other, symbolizing the brevity and directness of laconical speech.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'laconical' with the word 'brevity' to help remember its meaning.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Laconic speakers leave a concise call, only answering what's essential to all.'


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