Brief ( adjective , noun , verb )

(As an adjective)

Brief ( adjective )

1. Lasting for a short time.
2. Brief in duration or extent.
3. Having or taking up little time or space.
4. Short and concise in form or statement.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "short, concise"): from old french bref, from latin brevis "short".

Examples:

1. The brief rain shower was a welcome relief.
2. The lecture was brief but insightful.
3. She gave him a brief hug before leaving.
4. The brief message was written in clear, concise language.
5. A brief moment of silence was observed.

(As a noun)

Brief ( noun )

1. Lasting for a short time.
2. Brief in duration or extent.
3. Having or taking up little time or space.
4. Short and concise in form or statement.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "short, concise"): from old french bref, from latin brevis "short".

Examples:

1. The brief rain shower was a welcome relief.
2. The lecture was brief but insightful.
3. She gave him a brief hug before leaving.
4. The brief message was written in clear, concise language.
5. A brief moment of silence was observed.

(As a verb)

Brief ( verb )

1. Lasting for a short time.
2. Brief in duration or extent.
3. Having or taking up little time or space.
4. Short and concise in form or statement.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "short, concise"): from old french bref, from latin brevis "short".

Examples:

1. The brief rain shower was a welcome relief.
2. The lecture was brief but insightful.
3. She gave him a brief hug before leaving.
4. The brief message was written in clear, concise language.
5. A brief moment of silence was observed.