brusqueness
/ˈbrʌsknɪs/ · brus·ques·ness
noun
- The quality of being direct and to the point, often without tact or consideration. Her brusqueness in the meeting caught everyone off guard.
- A blunt or abrupt manner of speaking or behaving. His brusqueness on the phone made it difficult to have a friendly conversation.
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Did you know? The word 'brusqueness' is often associated with the French concept of 'brusquerie', which emphasizes the importance of being direct and to the point in communication, even if it means being a bit rough around the edges.