Definitions

1. verb

to express oneself in a concise and direct manner, often with an air of simplicity or understatement

“The writer chose to laconize her thoughts in the novel to convey the emotional depth of the characters.”

2. verb

to reduce or summarize something, especially language or a complex idea, into a few simple words or phrases

“The editor tried to laconize the report to make it more accessible to a wider audience.”

3. noun

the act or habit of expressing oneself in a concise and direct manner

“Her laconism was impressive, and many people admired her ability to get straight to the point.”