Curt

Pronunciation: /kɜrt/

Definitions of curt

adjective rudely brief or abrupt in speech or manner

Example Sentences

A1 She gave a curt nod in response.

A2 The teacher's curt reply left the students feeling confused.

B1 His curt tone indicated that he was not in the mood to talk.

B2 The manager's curt dismissal of the proposal angered the team.

C1 Despite his curt demeanor, he was actually a very kind person.

C2 Her curt refusal to compromise showed her strong determination.

Examples of curt in a Sentence

formal The manager's curt response left the employees feeling uneasy.

informal She gave a curt nod before turning away.

slang He shot me a curt 'whatever' before storming off.

figurative His curt demeanor was like a wall between us, preventing any real connection.

Grammatical Forms of curt

• past tense: curted
• plural: curts
• comparative: curter
• superlative: curtest
• present tense: curt
• future tense: will curt
• perfect tense: have curted
• continuous tense: is curting
• singular: curt
• positive degree: curt
• infinitive: to curt
• gerund: curting
• participle: curted

Origin and Evolution of curt

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'curt' originated from the Old French word 'curt' meaning 'short' or 'brief'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'curt' has evolved to also carry connotations of being brusque or abrupt in manner.