short-spoken

adjective

ˈshȯrt-ˌspō-kən How to pronounce short-spoken (audio)
Definition of short-spokennext
as in blunt
being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner don't expect much information or friendly chitchat from the short-spoken villagers

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for short-spoken
  1. blunt
  2. short
  3. abrupt
  4. outspoken
  5. gruff
Adjective
  • The revelation, along with a blunt critique of then-President Donald Trump, quickly attracted media attention for its unfiltered nature.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
  • But despite the blunt warning about One Tree Hill, Lenz didn’t want to give up her pursuit of the show.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of blunt
Adjective
  • Despite our efforts, recent studies show that today's generation of children might have a shorter lifespan than their parents — something that hasn’t happened in two centuries.
    Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Arizona is short thousands of mental health care professionals.
    Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of short
Adjective
  • The day before Election Day, however, the Washoe County elections office showed no sign of its challenges, which include a complete staff turnover since 2020, and more recently, the abrupt departure of the interim registrar who said she was forced out by county officials in September.
    Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
  • News of Yellowstone's abrupt conclusion broke in May 2023, after weeks of reports of creative differences between Costner and Sheridan.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of abrupt
Adjective
  • The need led to mostly universal – if often reluctant – support for the tax measure among city leaders, and outspoken support from fire and police departments.
    Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Marcus had become an outspoken supporter and financial backer of Trump, maxing out donations to his campaign this election and donating $1 million to the pro-Trump super PAC Make America Great Inc. last November.
    Taylor Giorno, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of outspoken
Adjective
  • The gruff verses in the latter still convey the sense that Shinoda thrives with an alternatingly coarser and softer vocal counterpart.
    Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Jason Isaacs brings gruff humor and gravitas to Doyle’s character, while Haley Joel Osment’s optimistic portrayal of Chet balances the film’s tone.
    Charlie Fink, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of gruff
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