briefly
Translation
briefly, for a short time, concisely
Examples
He spoke briefly about the project.
He spoke briefly about the project.
Briefly, the plan is to expand.
Briefly, the plan is to expand.
Grammar Patterns
modifies a verb to modify a verb He spoke briefly about the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: concisely, shortly; Antonyms: lengthily, extensively
Etymology
From 'brief' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Brief' comes from the Latin 'brevis', meaning 'short'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'briefcase' a lawyer carries; it holds a summary, something short. 'Briefly' means to do something in a short way.