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concise
/kənˈsaɪs/
brief and to the point
The report was concise, covering all key points in just two pages.
The report was short and clear, including only the most important details.
formal
expressed in few words; brief and clear
She gave a concise summary of the meeting.
She provided a short and clear summary of the meeting.
The instructions were concise and easy to follow.
The instructions were brief and straightforward.
Often used in professional or academic writing to describe clear, efficient communication.
Pro Tip
Avoid ambiguity
A concise statement should be clear and unambiguous, not just short.
Gold Rule
Prioritize clarity
Concise writing should convey the main idea without unnecessary words.
Word Origin
From Latin 'concīsus', past participle of 'concīdere' (to cut short), from 'con-' (together) + 'caedere' (to cut).
Usage Notes
While 'concise' and 'terse' are similar, 'concise' emphasizes clarity and completeness, whereas 'terse' may imply brevity at the expense of detail.
Word Breakdown
con-
together
prefix-cise
to cut
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