Laconically: meaning, definitions and examples
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laconically
[ ləˈkɒnɪkli ]
used in a sentence
In a concise and precise manner; using few words.
Synonyms
briefly, concisely, succinctly
Examples of usage
- He answered laconically, with a simple 'yes'.
- She communicated laconically, getting straight to the point.
Translations
Translations of the word "laconically" in other languages:
🇵🇹 laconicamente
🇮🇳 संक्षेप में
🇩🇪 lakonisch
🇮🇩 secara singkat
🇺🇦 лаконічно
🇵🇱 lakonicznie
🇯🇵 簡潔に
🇫🇷 laconiquement
🇪🇸 laconícamente
🇹🇷 kısaca
🇰🇷 간결하게
🇸🇦 باقتضاب
🇨🇿 lakonicky
🇸🇰 lakonicky
🇨🇳 简明地
🇸🇮 lakonično
🇮🇸 í stuttu máli
🇰🇿 қысқаша
🇬🇪 ლაკონურად
🇦🇿 lakonik şəkildə
🇲🇽 laconícamente
Word origin
The word 'laconically' originates from the Greek word 'Lakonikos', which means 'Spartan' or 'of Laconia'. The Spartans were known for their terse and concise way of speaking, which is reflected in the meaning of 'laconically' today. The term became popular in English during the 16th century and has since been used to describe a style of communication that is brief yet impactful.