Brusquely

//ˈbɹʌskli// adv

adv ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In a brusque manner; abruptly; rudely.

    "Hanks shepherds the young girl to safety – first brusquely, and then with a sudden outburst of affection made all the more poignant for the way it is reserved previously. He once again reminds us, quite literally, that he is in many ways the ultimate dad."

Adverb
  1. 1
    in a blunt direct manner wordnet

Synonyms

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abruptlyblufflybluntlybrieflybroadlycavalierly

Example

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""I have no time for trifles," he answered, brusquely."

Etymology

From brusque + -ly.

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