brief
Translation
brief, short, concise
Examples
It was a brief meeting.
It was a brief meeting.
Please give a brief summary.
Please give a brief summary.
Grammar Patterns
((brief + noun)) short, concise It was a brief meeting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: short, concise, succinct; Antonyms: long, lengthy, protracted
Etymology
From Latin 'brevis' meaning 'short'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'brief' summary – it's short and to the point. The verb 'to brief' means to give a short summary.