Crossword clue
Brief crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Brief”, from 4–9 letters. The most likely answer is SHORT.
Top answer
SHORT
5 letters · Of little duration or length
All answers for “Brief”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 4-letter answers | ||
| CURT | 4 | Short to the point of rudeness |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| SHORT Best match | 5 | Of little duration or length |
| TERSE | 5 | Sparing with words |
| PITHY | 5 | Short and full of meaning |
| REMIT | 5 | Noun: area of responsibility or task |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| INFORM | 6 | Verb: give information to |
| UPDATE | 6 | Verb: give latest news to |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| CONCISE | 7 | Clear and short |
| LACONIC | 7 | Using very few words |
| SUMMARY | 7 | Noun: short statement of facts |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| SUCCINCT | 8 | Clearly expressed in few words |
| FLEETING | 8 | Lasting a very short time |
| INSTRUCT | 8 | Verb: give directions to |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| MOMENTARY | 9 | Lasting only a moment |
| TRANSIENT | 9 | Lasting only a short time |
| BARRISTER | 9 | British informal sense of a brief |
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What does “Brief” mean?
As an adjective, short in time or concise; as a noun, a lawyer's case summary or a set of instructions; as a verb, to inform in advance.
Solving tip
TERSE, SHORT and CURT are common; if the clue is a verb, try INFORM or UPDATE, and for British clues note a brief is also a barrister.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Brief"?
The most likely answer is SHORT (5 letters) — Of little duration or length. Other common answers are TERSE (5), CURT (4), CONCISE (7), SUCCINCT (8).
How many letters are in the answer to "Brief"?
Answers to "Brief" range from 4–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.