Definition
bruskest
adjective
- abrupt or curt in manner or speech; lacking politeness or gentleness
Usage: superlative form of brusk (also spelled brusque)
Examples
- His bruskest reply left everyone feeling uncomfortable.
- She gave the bruskest dismissal of his proposal without explanation.
- The manager's bruskest tone made the employees nervous.
- That was the bruskest response I've ever heard from him.
- Despite his bruskest manner, he was actually quite fair.
- The bruskest greeting came from the receptionist at the front desk.