ˈlækənɪzəm

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being laconic; concise and direct speech or writing, typically characterized by a minimum of words or explanation.

“The politician’s laconic response to the question left many in the audience confused.”

2. noun

A style of speech or writing that uses few words and is often brief or cryptic.

“The poet’s laconism added to the mystique of the poem.”

3. noun

A person who speaks or writes in a laconic style.

“The laconist’s witty one-liners became famous throughout the city.”