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briefer

The correct spelling is briefer.

How to pronounce briefer

adjective

IPA: /ˈbɹiːfə/

Say it like: Bree-fer

The correct spelling is briefer. Of short duration; happening quickly. For example: "Her reign was brief but spectacular."

Usage Examples

Her reign was brief but spectacular.

His speech of acceptance was brief but moving.

Her skirt was extremely brief but doubtless cool.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Of short duration; happening quickly.
  2. 2.Concise; taking few words.
  3. 3.Occupying a small distance, area or spatial extent; short.
  4. 4.Rife; common; prevalent.

noun

  1. 1.One who provides a briefing.

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