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crisp vs terse

terse vs crisp

crisp is a noun but terse is not a noun.

crisp and terse both are adjectives.

crisp is a verb but terse is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
crisp Yes Yes Yes No
terse No Yes No No
As adjectives, crisp and terse are synonyms defined as:
  • crisp and terse: brief and to the point; effectively cut short
Other synonyms of crisp include curt, laconic.
crisp (noun) terse (noun)
a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat
crisp (adjective) terse (adjective)
pleasantly cold and invigorating brief and to the point; effectively cut short
brief and to the point; effectively cut short
(of hair) in small tight curls
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
pleasingly firm and fresh
tender and brittle
crisp (verb) terse (verb)
make brown and crisp by heating
make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic
Difference between crisp and terse

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