Brusque and Hostile

Brusque

Brusque adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.

Hostile and brusque are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Hostile" instead an adjective "Brusque".

Nearby Word: brusquely

Hostile

Hostile adjective - Marked by opposition or ill will.

Brusque and hostile are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Brusque" instead an adjective "Hostile".

Nearby Word: hostility
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