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Adjective

flippant

IPA /ˈflɪpənt/

Treating an important or serious subject too lightly, often by making casual remarks that suggest you do not care.

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His flippant response made our difficult conversation even more uncomfortable.

Adjective

brusque

IPA /bruːsk/

Speaking or behaving in a very brief, abrupt way that can make other people feel dismissed or treated rudely.

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His brusque reply made me hesitate before asking another question.

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