Definition of LACONISM

laconism

Plural: laconisms

Noun

  • Brevity of speech or expression.
  • terseness of expression
  • Extreme brevity in expression.
  • A very or notably brief expression.

Examples

  • Her LACONISM was evident in her short, punchy, and highly effective Words With Friends plays.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin Laconia, from Ancient Greek Λακεδαίμων (Lakedaímōn, “the region surrounding the city of Sparta”).

Scrabble Score: 12

laconism: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
laconism: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
laconism: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

laconism: valid Words With Friends Word