laconic — using very few words; expressing much in few words
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: using very few words; expressing much in few words
Pronunciation (IPA): /ləˈkɑːnɪk/
Korean meaning: 말수가 적은, 간결한, 함축적인
Korean pronunciation: 러-코-닉 (강세: 코)
Example Sentences
- When asked about his secret to success, the billionaire gave a laconic answer: 'Work hard.'
- My dad's laconic texting style: 'OK' means he agrees, 'K' means he's annoyed.
- The laconic professor's entire lecture on happiness was just: 'Don't worry, be happy. Class dismissed.'
laconic
ADJECTIVE//ləˈkɑːnɪk//
using very few words; expressing much in few words
Few words, clear message
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For chronic pain, stay laconic: 'Try this tonic.'
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Origin
From Latin 'laconicus', derived from Greek 'Lakonikos' meaning 'of or relating to Laconia', a region in ancient Greece whose inhabitants (the Spartans) were famous for their terse, economical speech.
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“When asked about his secret to success, the billionaire gave a laconic answer: 'Work hard.'”
“My dad's laconic texting style: 'OK' means he agrees, 'K' means he's annoyed.”
“The laconic professor's entire lecture on happiness was just: 'Don't worry, be happy. Class dismissed.'”
“Her laconic movie review was perfect: 'Two hours I'll never get back.'”
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