Backhanded
Backhanded adjective - Not being or expressing what one appears to be or express.
Brusque and backhanded are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Brusque" instead an adjective "Backhanded".
Nearby Words: backhander, backhand
Brusque
Brusque adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.
Backhanded and brusque are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backhanded" instead an adjective "Brusque".
Nearby Word: brusquely
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