North Korea. Under the rule of Kim Jong-Un, North Korea remains among the most harshly repressive countries in the world. All basic freedoms have been severely restricted under the Kim familyâs political dynasty.
Learner's definition of CURT. [also more curt; most curt] : said or done in a quick and impolite way. He gave only a curt reply to the question. a curt refusal. a curt nod.
tr.v. aÂ·bridged, aÂ·bridgÂ·ing, aÂ·bridgÂ·es. 1. To reduce the length of (a written text); condense: The editor abridged the manuscript by cutting out two chapters. See Synonyms at shorten. 2. To limit; curtail: an unconstitutional law that abridged the rights of citizens.