English · Adjectives

concise

/kənˈsaɪs/

[/kənˈsaɪs/]

brief and clear

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Giving a lot of information clearly in a few words; brief but comprehensive.

Example

The summary was concise, conveying the entire argument in just three short paragraphs.

The summary was concise, conveying the entire argument in just three short paragraphs.

Etymology

From Latin 'concisus' (cut short), from 'concidere' (to cut up).

How & Where It’s Used

Used in writing, editing, and communication contexts.

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