succinctly
UK: səkˈsɪŋktli | US: səkˈsɪŋktli
adv. in a brief and clearly expressed manner
adv. concisely and without unnecessary words
The word succinct originated from the Latin succingere, which described the act of tucking up clothing with a belt for efficiency—a vivid metaphor for trimming away excess. Over time, it evolved to describe speech or writing stripped of superfluous words. The addition of -ly extended its adverbial function, preserving the core idea of precision.
The instructions were written succinctly, leaving no room for confusion.
She summarized the report succinctly in just three sentences.
His speech delivered the message succinctly, captivating the audience.
The manual explains the steps succinctly, ideal for quick reference.
Please respond succinctly to save time during the meeting.