C1 adjective Littéraire

obbrevic

/əˈbrɛvɪk/

Characterized by extreme conciseness or brevity, often to the point of being perceived as curt, dismissive, or insufficiently detailed. It describes a communication style that prioritizes speed and minimalism over social nuance or comprehensive explanation.

Exemples

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1

I asked him for directions, but he only gave an obbrevic wave toward the hills.

I asked him for directions, but he only gave an obbrevic wave toward the hills.

2

The board's obbrevic statement regarding the merger left many shareholders feeling anxious and uninformed.

The board's obbrevic statement regarding the merger left many shareholders feeling anxious and uninformed.

3

Don't be so obbrevic in your texts; I can't tell if you're actually angry or just busy.

Don't be so obbrevic in your texts; I can't tell if you're actually angry or just busy.

Famille de mots

Nom
obbrevity
Adverbe
obbrevicly
Adjectif
obbrevic
Apparenté
brevity
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Astuce mémo

Think of the prefix 'ob-' (against/intensive) + 'brev' (short). It is 'intense shortness' that goes 'against' expectations of politeness.

Quiz rapide

The professor was known for his _______ comments on essays, often writing only a single word in the margins.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : obbrevic

Exemples

1

I asked him for directions, but he only gave an obbrevic wave toward the hills.

everyday

I asked him for directions, but he only gave an obbrevic wave toward the hills.

2

The board's obbrevic statement regarding the merger left many shareholders feeling anxious and uninformed.

formal

The board's obbrevic statement regarding the merger left many shareholders feeling anxious and uninformed.

3

Don't be so obbrevic in your texts; I can't tell if you're actually angry or just busy.

informal

Don't be so obbrevic in your texts; I can't tell if you're actually angry or just busy.

4

Critics argued that the author's obbrevic prose style sacrificed thematic depth for the sake of pacing.

academic

Critics argued that the author's obbrevic prose style sacrificed thematic depth for the sake of pacing.

5

The manager's obbrevic feedback on the proposal indicated that substantial revisions were required immediately.

business

The manager's obbrevic feedback on the proposal indicated that substantial revisions were required immediately.

Famille de mots

Nom
obbrevity
Adverbe
obbrevicly
Adjectif
obbrevic
Apparenté
brevity

Collocations courantes

obbrevic response obbrevic response
obbrevic style obbrevic style
obbrevic tone obbrevic tone
obbrevic dismissal obbrevic dismissal
notably obbrevic notably obbrevic

Phrases Courantes

an obbrevic manner

an obbrevic manner

short and obbrevic

short and obbrevic

obbrevic to a fault

obbrevic to a fault

Souvent confondu avec

obbrevic vs abbreviated

Abbreviated refers to the literal shortening of a word or text, while obbrevic describes a behavioral or stylistic habit of being too brief.

obbrevic vs objective

Objective refers to being unbiased, whereas obbrevic refers to the length and tone of communication.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when the brevity of a message feels intentional or carries a negative connotation of rudeness. It is most appropriate in literary or high-level professional contexts.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'short' instead, but 'obbrevic' specifically implies that the shortness is somewhat problematic or striking.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the prefix 'ob-' (against/intensive) + 'brev' (short). It is 'intense shortness' that goes 'against' expectations of politeness.

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Origine du mot

Constructed from the Latin 'ob-' (towards or intensive) and 'brevis' (short).

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an attributive adjective before nouns (e.g., 'an obbrevic note'). Can follow linking verbs (e.g., 'His reply was obbrevic').

Quiz rapide

The professor was known for his _______ comments on essays, often writing only a single word in the margins.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : obbrevic

Mots lis

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

hypothesis

B1

A hypothesis is a tentative statement or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence. it serves as a starting point for further investigation and must be testable through scientific methods.

ozone

B2

Ozone is a colorless gas found in the upper atmosphere that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is also produced at ground level as a pollutant when sunlight reacts with industrial emissions.

layer

B2

A layer is a single thickness, sheet, or level of a material that covers a surface or is placed between other things. It can refer to physical substances like paint and geological strata, or abstract levels of complexity and meaning.

around

C2

As an adverb at a C2 level, it denotes presence, availability, or existence within a specific vicinity or context. It is also used to indicate approximate values or to describe movement or positioning that encircles a point or lacks a specific direction.

climate

B2

Climate refers to the long-term patterns of weather conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, in a particular region over many years. It can also describe the prevailing mood, conditions, or social atmosphere of a specific time or place.

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