Terse – Using few words in an unfriendly manner
(Pronounced turs (rhymes with verse))
To remember the definition of the word terse, use the following mnemonic:
It was her turn to read verse (terse) and it was very few words and unfriendly.
Examples of terse in a sentence
His terse reply ended the conversation abruptly.
The headmaster's voice was deep and terse.
The argument got heated and the sentences became more terse.
