Meaning & use
laconic
Using very few words to express something, especially in a way that seems terse or blunt.
See it in a sentence
His laconic reply, 'maybe,' left us unsure whether he would attend.
The coach is known for laconic postgame interviews that reveal almost nothing.
A note on using this word
Laconic describes a habitual style of speech or writing, often implying a dry or reserved manner.
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