Direct Communication Vocabulary

adjective rudely brief or abrupt in speech or manner

• The manager's curt response left the employees feeling uneasy.
• She gave a curt nod before turning away.
• He shot me a curt 'whatever' before storming off.
• His curt demeanor was like a wall between us, preventing any real connection.

noun No applicable noun for the word 'plainly'.

adjective Not decorated or elaborate; simple or basic in character.

adverb In a clear or obvious manner; clearly.

• The instructions were plainly written in the manual for all to understand.
• I can plainly see that you're not listening to me.
• She was just plainly not having it with his excuses.
• His emotions were plainly written on his face for all to see.

adverb in a direct or obvious manner; clearly or explicitly

• She pointedly ignored his rude remarks during the meeting.
• He pointedly rolled his eyes when she mentioned her ex-boyfriend.
• She pointedly told him to mind his own business.
• His silence spoke pointedly about his disapproval of the decision.