curt – rudely brief
(Pronounced kurt)
To remember the definition of the word curt, use the following mnemonic:
The curtains (curt) drew back. She waved and then went. The visit was brief and rude.
Examples of curt in a sentence
She was given a curt introduction to the rest of the team.
Their curt interactions with clients was bad for business.
He was a curt old man with no time for pleasantries.
