summarily
UK: səˈmɛərɪli | US: səˈmɛrɪli
adv. in a summary manner; without delay or formality
adv. concisely and directly
The word "summarily" derives from the noun "summary," which originates from the Latin summarium (a concise statement), itself from summa (the main point or total). The suffix "-ly" is an Old English adverbial marker, turning the noun into an adverb. The term evolved to describe actions performed quickly and without unnecessary detail, reflecting efficiency or abruptness.
The manager dealt summarily with the complaint to avoid further delays.
The court dismissed the case summarily due to lack of evidence.
He explained the plan summarily, leaving out most details.
The officer resolved the dispute summarily to maintain order.
The report was summarily rejected for being incomplete.