Meaning & use
succinct
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Expressed clearly and in few words; concise.
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Her succinct summary captured the whole report in two sentences.
The professor praised his succinct answer to the exam question.
A note on using this word
Carries a positive connotation, unlike 'terse,' which can imply curtness; succinct writing is valued as a communication skill.
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