CEFR B2

curtly

adverb

Meaning

In a brief, rude, or abrupt manner.

Examples

She replied curtly, "I don't know."
He dismissed the idea curtly.

Synonyms: briefly, abruptly, brusquely, terse

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curtly (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɜːrtli/

Definition

In a brief, rude, or abrupt manner.

Examples

She replied curtly, "I don't know."
He dismissed the idea curtly.
The waiter answered curtly when asked for a recommendation.

How to Use curtly

curtly + verb (collocation): Used immediately before a verb to describe how an action is performed. — "She curtly refused the offer."
verb + curtly (collocation): Used immediately after a verb to describe how an action is performed. — "He responded curtly to the reporter's question."

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