May 7, 2026
brevity
/ˈbrɛvɪti/noun
The use of few, well-chosen words; also, the shortness of a period of time.
Example sentences
- “Her speech was praised for its brevity; she made her point in under two minutes.”
- “The brevity of their visit disappointed the grandparents, who had hoped for a whole week.”
Shakespeare supplied its most quoted setting: "brevity is the soul of wit", from Hamlet. "For brevity" excuses a shortened explanation.