Curt
Curt adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.
Condescending and curt are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Condescending" instead an adjective "Curt".
Nearby Word: curtly
Condescending
Condescending adjective - (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension.
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Synonyms for Condescending
Curt and condescending are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Curt" instead an adjective "Condescending".
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Condescending and Curt. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 28, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/curt/condescending
Curt & Condescending. N.p., 2016. Web. 28 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/curt/condescending>.
Condescending or Curt. 2016. Accessed July 28, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/curt/condescending.
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