Meaning & use
briefly
For a short time, or in few words; not lasting long or going into detail.
See it in a sentence
She spoke briefly at the ceremony before handing the microphone to the mayor.
He briefly considered quitting his job before deciding to stay.
A note on using this word
Briefly can describe short duration or concise expression, so context determines which meaning applies.
Words with a similar meaning
momentarilyshortly
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Words with an opposite meaning
extensively
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