curtness's Usage Examples:

The extreme curtness of the sources on Sverker II's wives has given rise to an alternative chronology.

of the Treasury since Alexander Hamilton, informed him with customary curtness: "You are no longer available as a candidate.

bring out of each other here, as they complement and reflect each other’s curtness, evasiveness and occasional spillages of tenderness in the way that long-term.

Archana, hurt by "Johnny's" curtness, gets confused about his change in taste and behaviour.

It has also been praised for its keen observation of character, curtness, wit, and lyrical quality.

also noted, "there is often some comic relief to be found when Kratos' curtness and Atreus' charming naivety collide.

"Dégénération" is characterized by "rather minimalist arrangements and a curtness tone".

miscarried procedural rulings, which led to MPs addressing her with increasing curtness.

society of superstitious and anti-intellectual people, and so tended to curtness with less intelligent folk.

and last appearance at Friday night dinner is marked by his lateness, curtness, and an unexplained black-eye which culminates in an argument with Rory.

He apologises for his curtness last night and requests that Atherton does not speak of it to anyone, claiming.

good luck and leaves, but Chris comes after her and apologises for his curtness.

Synonyms:

shortness; gruffness; brusqueness; abruptness; discourtesy; rudeness;

Antonyms:

gradualness; civility; graciousness; politeness; courtesy;