laconic

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laconic  /lɑ ˈkɑ nɪk/ ? Meaning of "laconic"

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Definition(s):

  • (adj) brief and to the point; effectively cut short

Synonym(s)

curt, terse

Usage(s):

  1. The reporter gave a wordy preamble and then asked a long winded question. When the mayor replied with a laconic, yes to the verbose question, the audience burst out laughing.
  2. The address of the Senator was laconic and surprisingly without rhetoric.
  3. Behind the laconic smile was a deep worry that the box office earnings may not match the star ratings.

Quotes

  • "He was a quintessential Kiwi. He was ours - from his craggy appearance and laconic style to his directness and honesty. All New Zealanders will deeply mourn his passing," Clark said. "Sir Ed described himself as an average New Zealander with...
    on Jan 10, 2008 By: Helen Clark Source: North Queensland Register (registration)

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