From Latin concisus, “cut short,” the past participle of concidere, from con- and caedere, “to cut.”
From Latin concisus, “cut short,” the past participle of concidere, from con- and caedere, “to cut.”
What does concise mean?
Concise means brief and clear, with unnecessary words removed while the main meaning remains.
Can concise describe speech?
Yes. A reply, explanation, speech, report, or email can all be concise.
What is a concise dictionary?
A concise dictionary is a shorter reference work that gives essential information without the full detail of a larger edition.
Is concise the same as short?
Not exactly. Concise means short in a useful way, with clarity and enough information.
What is the adverb of concise?
The adverb is concisely, as in write concisely.