Asked in: SSC Steno 2026 T-1
brusque in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Synonyms
Which word is closest in meaning to brusque?
His demeanor was brusque, but not unkind.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Abrupt
Meaning: brusque = abrupt or curt in manner or speech *(रूखा, अशिष्ट, संक्षिप्त)*.
abrupt = sudden and curt, lacking courtesy *(रूखा, एकाएक)* — the closest match.
"His demeanor was brusque, but not unkind" — the *but* tells us brusque sounds unkind, so it is a blunt, curt manner.
Why the others are wrong.
• Gentle = mild, kind *(कोमल, सौम्य)* — the opposite of curt.
• Calm = peaceful, untroubled *(शांत)* — about mood, not manner of speaking.
• Polite = courteous, well-mannered *(विनम्र)* — brusque is short on courtesy.
Word help.
demeanor = outward behaviour, bearing *(व्यवहार, आचरण)*.
*Brusque is not rude at heart, just short — hence "but not unkind".*
brusque – questions
Has brusque been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – brusque has been asked in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1.