Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brief-sentence

noun
/briːf ˈsɛntəns/
Definition
A brief sentence is a concise statement that conveys an idea clearly and succinctly without unnecessary words.
Examples
  • The teacher asked the students to write a brief sentence summarizing the main idea of the paragraph.
  • Using a brief sentence can often communicate your thoughts more effectively.
Meaning
The term refers to a sentence structure that is designed to be short and to the point, making it easy for readers to grasp the message quickly.
Synonyms
  • concise statement
  • short sentence
  • terse phrase