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   succinct

   /səkˈsɪŋ(k)t/

   adjective

   • 1. (especially of something written or spoken) briefly and clearly expressed: "use short, succinct sentences"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘encircled’): from Latin succinctus ‘tucked up’, past participle of succingere, from sub- ‘from below’ + cingere ‘gird’.

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   • 1. succinctness noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSUCCINCT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SUCCINCT definition: 1. said in a clear and short way; expressing what needs to be said without unnecessary words: 2…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of SUCCINCT is marked by compact precise expression without wasted words. How to use succinct in a sentence. A Succinct History of Succinct Synonym Discussion of Succinct.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySUCCINCT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   SUCCINCT meaning: 1. said in a clear and short way; expressing what needs to be said without unnecessary words: 2…. Learn more.

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   Succinct definition: expressed in few words; concise; terse. . See examples of SUCCINCT used in a sentence.

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   Something that is succinct is short and clear. If you're going to be interviewed on television about your new book and only have a five minute slot, you'll need to come up with a succinct version of your story. Succinct, meaning "short and to the point," is from the Latin succingere, "to tuck up."

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   Jun 7, 2024 · succinct ( comparative more succinct, superlative most succinct) Brief and to the point . Synonyms: concise, laconic; see also Thesaurus: concise. You should give clear, succinct information to the clients. Compressed into a tiny area.

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   1. Characterized by clear, precise expression in few words; concise and terse: a succinct reply; a succinct style. 2. Archaic Encircled as if by a girdle; girded.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSUCCINCT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   adjective. Something that is succinct expresses facts or ideas clearly and in few words. [approval] The book gives an admirably succinct account of the technology and its history. If you have something to say make sure that it is accurate, succinct and to the point.

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishsuccinct adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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    Definition of succinct adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSUCCINCT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    adjective. uk / səkˈsɪŋkt / us. Add to word list. said in a very clear way using only a few words: a succinct explanation. succinctly. adverb. (Definition of succinct from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of succinct. in Chinese (Traditional) 簡明的, 言簡意賅的… See more. in Chinese (Simplified) 简明的, 言简意赅的…