Synonyms:
curtly, short, shortly
Meaning: in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner; "he told me curtly to get on with it"; "he talked short with everyone"; "he said shortly that he didn't like it"
Usage examples
"Nothing," he said curtly.
"Lead back," I directed curtly.
"As you please," she said curtly.
'Often,' said the stranger rather curtly.
Mr Phillips dismissed her inquiry, curtly.
'Business is business, Mr. Waldron,' he said curtly.
"I hope not," answered Link curtly, "but there's no knowing.
Vincent, aghast, begged her to sit down and talk the matter over, but Madame declined curtly.