Curt and Gruff

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

Gruff is a synonym for curt in attitude topic. In some cases you can use "Gruff" instead an adjective "Curt", when it comes to topics like abrupt, terse. popular alternative

Nearby Word: curtly

Gruff adjective - Harsh and dry in sound.

Curt is a synonym for gruff in attitude topic. You can use "Curt" instead an adjective "Gruff", if it concerns topics such as abrupt, surly, bad-tempered. popular alternative

Nearby Word: gruffly