Meaning & use
succinctly
In a brief and clearly expressed way, using few words while still covering the essential points.
See it in a sentence
The manager explained the new policy succinctly so everyone understood it in two minutes.
Please answer succinctly; the interview panel has very little time for each candidate.
A note on using this word
Succinctly praises clear brevity, unlike curtly, which suggests brevity that feels rude.
Words with a similar meaning
brieflyconcisely
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Words with an opposite meaning
verbosely
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