noun · Medium SAT word

    Brevity

    shortness in expression

    Brevity in a sentence

    The brevity of his response left many questions unanswered.

    Synonyms for brevity

    • conciseness
    • shortness
    • terseness

    Antonyms for brevity

    • length
    • verbosity
    • prolixity

    Practice brevity on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like brevity appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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