Brusque and Talkative

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

Usage example: a brusque and unhelpful reply from the clerk in the hardware store

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Talkative is an antonym for brusque.

Nearby Word: brusquely

Talkative adjective - Fond of talking or conversation.

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Brusque is an antonym for talkative.

Nearby Words: talk, talker, talkativeness

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