ELLIPTICALLY Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

elliptically

adverb

as in concisely

in a few words the characters in Harold Pinter's plays speak elliptically leaving much of the meaning to be conveyed by the frequent, lengthy pauses

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Recent Examples of elliptically Her outside-looking in remembrances (Romvari shoots scenes sometimes from the perspective of looking through a window) elliptically convey much – parental anguish about what would be the best call to action for the entire family, not the upheaval felt within the family. —

Randy Myers, Mercury News, 7 May 2026

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Adverb

Knowing what to do if a power surge damages your appliances and electronics is essential for protecting your home, preventing future issues, and reporting damages clearly and concisely to your insurance company and the local electric company.

— Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
Keep it short and sweet Responding concisely and confidently will assuage any lingering concerns an employer might have about your work history, McGoff says.

— Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2026