brusquer

/bʁyske/ or /bʁyskeʁ/

Definitions

1. verb

to behave or act in a brusque or abrupt manner, often in a rude or unpolite way

“Her brusquer with the waiter made the whole dining experience unpleasant.”

2. verb

to speak or act in a brusque and curt manner, often in a dismissive or abrupt way

“The manager tried to brusquer the employee into apologizing for the mistake.”

3. noun

a brusque or abrupt manner of speaking or acting, often characterized by rudeness or impoliteness

“The manager’s brusquer was a turn-off for the new employee.”

Synonyms

  • abrupt
  • brusque
  • crass
  • rude

Antonyms

  • courteous
  • polite