Crisply: meaning, definitions and examples

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crisply

 

[ ˈkrɪspli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

Crisply refers to a way of speaking or behaving that is clear, concise, and direct. It indicates a manner that is brisk and efficient, often conveying a sense of urgency or clarity. When someone communicates crisply, they eliminate unnecessary words and get straight to the point. It's often used to describe a fashion of expression that is both clear and characterized by a bright sharpness. Additionally, crisply can pertain to other contexts such as textures or sounds that are sharp and distinct.

Synonyms

briskly, clearly, precisely

Examples of usage

  • She spoke crisply during the presentation.
  • The instructions were given crisply to avoid confusion.
  • He responded crisply to the questions asked.
  • The leaves on the ground crackled crisply underfoot.

Translations

Translations of the word "crisply" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de forma clara

🇮🇳 स्पष्टता से

🇩🇪 knapp

🇮🇩 dengan jelas

🇺🇦 чітко

🇵🇱 zwięźle

🇯🇵 簡潔に (kanketsu ni)

🇫🇷 de manière concise

🇪🇸 de manera concisa

🇹🇷 net bir şekilde

🇰🇷 간결하게 (gangeolhage)

🇸🇦 بوضوح (biwudhuh)

🇨🇿 jasně

🇸🇰 jasne

🇨🇳 简洁地 (jiǎnjié de)

🇸🇮 jasno

🇮🇸 skýrt

🇰🇿 анық

🇬🇪 გასაგებად (gasagebad)

🇦🇿 açıq şəkildə

🇲🇽 de manera clara

Etymology

The word 'crisply' originates from the late Middle English term 'crisp,' which is derived from the Latin word 'crispus,' meaning 'curled, or wavy.' While 'crisp' initially referred to a texture, the adverb 'crisply' evolved to encompass the notion of clarity and sharpness in communication or behavior. During the 19th century, the term gained popularity, especially in contexts pertaining to clear articulation and efficient presentation of thoughts. As language evolved, 'crisply' began to be used to describe not only verbal clarity but also qualities of food, sound, and visual elements, emphasizing a clean and neatly defined nature of the subject in question.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,673, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.