Brief

Meaning

a concise statement of the facts; a set of instructions given to a person about a job or task

Short in duration; a summary of information.

Example Sentences

The lawyer received a detailed brief about the upcoming court case.

The manager briefed the team before the meeting.

Example Expressions

in brief

Synonyms

summary, outline, synopsis, instructions, short, concise

Entry 1

summary, outline, synopsis, instructions

Entry 2

short, concise, summary, outline

Antonyms

detailed report, lengthy document, long, detailed

Entry 1

detailed report, lengthy document

Entry 2

long, detailed

Collocations

legal brief, detailed brief, brief summary, brief meeting, security briefing, brief moment

Entry 1

legal brief, detailed brief, brief summary

Entry 2

brief meeting, legal brief, security briefing, brief moment