Terseadjective(by extension) Of speech or style: brief, concise, to the point.(by extension) Of manner or speech: abruptly or brusquely short; curt.Burnished, polished; fine, smooth; neat, spruce.Synonyms: abrupt, brusque, mardy, short-spoken, concise, succinct🔗 Explore synonyms & relationships🌍 See word origin & history