CHOOSE THE BEST SIMILAR WORD Brusque
Correct answer: C. Blunt
- A. Polite
- B. Kind
- C. Blunt
- D. Tactful
Explanation
Brusque means being abrupt, curt, and direct in speech or manner, often to the point of being rude or unfriendly. It describes someone who is straightforward and to-the-point, but lacks warmth, gentleness, or subtlety.Blunt, is a synonym of brusque because it also means direct and straightforward, but often in a way that's perceived as insensitive or tactless. Blunt language or behavior is uncompromising and unvarnished, without regard for others' feelings.
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