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Briefly

adverb

/ˈbriːf.li/

Meaning

in a short and clear way; for a short time

For a short time; in a few words.

Please explain the problem briefly.

She spoke briefly about her travel experience.

shortly, concisely, quickly, curtly

Entry 1

shortly, concisely, quickly

Entry 2

shortly, quickly, concisely, curtly

lengthily, extensively, elaborately

Entry 1

lengthily, extensively, elaborately

Entry 2

lengthily, elaborately

briefly explain, briefly discuss, briefly mention, explain briefly, talk briefly, meet briefly, mention briefly

Entry 1

briefly explain, briefly discuss, briefly mention

Entry 2

explain briefly, talk briefly, meet briefly, mention briefly

possibly; maybe; used to express uncertainty or make a suggestion

in what way or manner; by what means

in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation

At a rapidly increasing rate; growing or expanding very quickly and intensely.

Under normal conditions; most of the time.

With the head leading; in a reckless or hasty manner.