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Telegraphic: meaning, definitions and examples

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telegraphic

 

[ ˈtɛlɪɡræfɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

communication style

Telegraphic refers to a concise and direct style of communication that often omits unnecessary words, much like telegrams used in the past. It is commonly used in writing or speech where brevity is important, often resulting in a fragmented or terse manner. This style is often used in journalism, technical writing, and any situation where clarity and economy of words are paramount.

Synonyms

abrupt, concise, terse

Examples of usage

  • He delivered his message in a telegraphic manner.
  • The report was written in telegraphic style.
  • Her notes were telegraphic, lacking in details.
  • The telegraphic announcement captured attention quickly.

Translations

Translations of the word "telegraphic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 telegráfico

🇮🇳 टेलीग्राफिक

🇩🇪 telegraphisch

🇮🇩 telegrafis

🇺🇦 телеграфний

🇵🇱 telegraficzny

🇯🇵 電報の

🇫🇷 télégraphique

🇪🇸 telegráfico

🇹🇷 telgrafik

🇰🇷 전신의

🇸🇦 تلغرافية

🇨🇿 telegrafický

🇸🇰 telegrafický

🇨🇳 电报的

🇸🇮 telegrafski

🇮🇸 símskeyt

🇰🇿 телеграфтық

🇬🇪 ტელეგრაფული

🇦🇿 teleqrafik

🇲🇽 telegráfico

Etymology

The term 'telegraphic' originates from the word 'telegraph', which comes from the Greek roots 'tele-' meaning 'distant' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'. The telegraph was a revolutionary invention in the 19th century that allowed for long-distance communication using coded signals. As telegrams were typically brief due to cost and length limitations, the style of writing associated with telegrams eventually led to the adjective 'telegraphic'. Over time, this term has transcended its original context, now describing any communication style that prioritizes brevity and clarity, particularly in the realms of journalism and technical writing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,339, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.