Terse (adjective)

1. Using few words to convey much information; succinct.
2. Expressing much in few words; brusque, abrupt, or curt in manner or speech.

Origin:

From the latin word "tersus" meaning "clean, polished" or "curt, brief".

Examples:

1. The detective's terse responses revealed nothing about the case.
2. The email was terse and to the point, with no extra information.
3. He gave a terse nod in response to the question.
4. The letter was terse and didn't elaborate on the details.
5. The manager's terse instructions left no room for interpretation.