Brusque (adj)
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Abrupt in manner; blunt
First recorded in 1595–1605. Through Middle French, from the Italian brusco, meaning “rough; tart.”
Example sentences
“The waiter’s brusque manner made their anniversary dinner feel rushed.”

Soigné (adj) swahn-yay Carefully or elegantly done, operated, or designed First recorded in 1915–20. Borrowed directly from French; originally from soin, meaning “care.” (more…)