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Synonyms & Similar Words
abrasiveness
acrimony
acidity
acuteness
asperity
bluntness
brashness
coarseness
curtness
directness
discourtesy
gruffness
harshness
imperiousness
impoliteness
incivility
irritability
officiousness
peremptoriness
rudeness
sharpness
shortness
snappishness
sternness
tartness
testiness
trenchancy
truculence
unceremoniousness
unpleasantness
vehemence
Meaning of Brusqueness
The quality of being brusque, or unfriendly and uncooperative in manner
Definitions
- The quality of being unfriendly, uncooperative, and curt in manner
- * A disposition to be brusque, or rough and unpolished in behavior or manner
Etymology of Brusqueness
The word "brusqueness" originates from the French word "brusque", which means "rough" or "unpolished"
The term has been in use since the 17th century to describe a person's manner or behavior as being rough, unfriendly, or uncooperative
Example Uses
- Her brusqueness made it difficult for her colleagues to approach her with questions or concerns
- * The customer service representative's brusqueness was off-putting and made me want to take my business elsewhere
- * The manager's brusqueness in the meeting was seen as a sign of stress and pressure to meet the deadline
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
affability
amiability
civility
courtesy
cordiality
diplomacy
friendliness
gentleness
graciousness
kindness
politeness
tact
thoughtfulness
urbanity
warmth
agreeableness
approachability
benevolence
congeniality
consideration
cordialness
geniality
hospitality
pleasantness
sociability