as in compendiousness
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of laconism
But Lanegan turns out, despite his initial bout of laconism, to be forthcoming, even charming.
—
Jim Greer, SPIN, 10 Apr. 2022
Jim Greer, SPIN, 10 Apr. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laconism
Noun
-
Tendrils hang loosely in the front, it's pulled to different levels of tautness around her head, and the ends splay out, creating a too-cool-to-care look.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
20 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
In an interview with a local reporter, Emerald once summarized the philosophy behind the blockade with perfect succinctness.—
Robert Moor,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
-
These emails don’t have to be very long — succinctness is your friend.—
Vicki Salemi,
Boston Herald,
18 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Even from my extremely suboptimal vantage point in the very front corner of the theater, I was awed by the depth and crispness of the 3D imagery.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
-
Draping the Lillusory Striped Cardigan over the shoulders introduces contrast and breaks up the crispness of the shirt.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
What mattered more than his terseness was that Norris was allowed to land a few meaningful blows against the usually untouchable Lee, who stars as Tang Lung, a fighter summoned to defend a restaurant owner menaced by a crime boss.—
Chris Klimek,
The Atlantic,
23 Mar. 2026
-
Assisted by the low, somber strings of Oliver Coates’ score and the clean, crisp brightness of Judith Kaufmann’s lensing, Volpe directs with much the same simplicity and moderation, toward a pitch-perfect ending of wholly disarming terseness and economy.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Lighton presents it all with unvarnished honesty, allowing the tension and humor to bloom in the clash between Skarsgård’s forthright Scandinavian brusqueness, and Melling’s awkward British charm.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2026
-
With off-putting brusqueness, the acupuncturist sticks needles into my head and left leg, leaves the room—and appears to forget all about me.—
Lucinda Rosenfeld,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
The abruptness is disconcerting but can be overcome by learning the pedal’s nuances.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
-
The abruptness of the transition is jarring, both mentally and physically, but it’s been invaluable for both former Bruins to have each other to lean on through the rollercoaster experience.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Laconism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laconism. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
