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Learn “Brevity”

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Brevity

noun/brev-i-tee/

Meaning

concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

In context

The brevity of her speech was appreciated by the audience.

Remember it

BREVity = BRief-ity: brevis is Latin for short — saying plenty in few words.

Use it well

Praise for tight writing: 'the brevity of his answer'; remember 'brevity is the soul of wit'.