Curtly
Pronunciation: /ˈkɜːrtliː/
Curtly (adv)
- In a way that is brief and not friendly, showing you do not want to talk or help.
- With little warmth or emotion, using few words or a stiff tone.
Curtly (adverb)
Examples
- She answered curtly, and the conversation ended quickly.
- He spoke curtly to the customer, without any explanation.