laconic
The word “laconic” has 3 syllables: la-con-ic.
It's pronounced as /ləˈkɒnɪk/.
What is synonym and antonym for laconic?
In the thesaurus, “laconic” has 11 synonyms and 22 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for laconic along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for laconic
- brief
- brusque
- concise
- dumb
- pithy
- reserved
- restrained
- silent
- summary
- taciturn
- terse
Antonyms for laconic
- chatty
- circuitous
- communicative
- conversational
- diffuse
- garrulous
- long-winded
- loquacious
- mouthy
- outspoken
- prolix
- rambling
- redundant
- repetitious
- talkative
- talky
- tautological
- unreserved
- verbose
- vocal
- windy
- wordy
Meanings of laconic
- adjective
- Using as few words as possible; pithy and concise.
Example Sentences
- The detective's responses during the interrogation were laconic, revealing little about the ongoing investigation.
- Despite the heated argument, he remained laconic, refusing to engage in further discussion.
- In moments of stress, she became remarkably laconic, conveying her emotions through silence.
- The professor's teaching style was laconic, with concise explanations that left students craving more details.
- During the press conference, the athlete was unusually laconic, providing brief and to-the-point answers.
On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to laconic, such as: brief, brusque, chatty, circuitous, communicative, concise, conversational.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
taciturn
- aloof
- dour
- dumb
- laconic
- reserved
- restrained
- reticent
- silent