Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shortly
Adverb
/ˈʃɔːtli/
Definition
In a short time; soon.
Examples
- She will arrive shortly.
- The meeting will begin shortly after lunch.
- We’ll find out the results shortly.
Meaning
The term ‘shortly’ is used to indicate that something will happen in a brief period.
Synonyms
- soon
- briefly
- momentarily
- in a little while