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Meaning of a brief period
A brief period refers to a short or limited amount of time.
Etymology of a brief period
The word "brief" originates from the Old French word "bref", which is derived from the Latin "brevis", meaning short.
The word "period" originates from the Old French word "periode", which is derived from the Latin "periodus", meaning a recurring portion of time.
The phrase "a brief period" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a short or limited amount of time.
Synonyms
short time
brief span
short span
brief interval
short interval
fleeting moment
momentary period
temporary period
transient period
ephemeral period
short duration
brief duration
limited time
short term
brief term
temporary spell
short spell
brief spell
interim period
short stint
brief stint
temporary stint
short while
brief while
little while
short space
brief space
Definitions
- A brief period is defined by Oxford Languages as a short or limited amount of time, it can also refer to a specific duration or interval.
- * The phrase is often used to describe a temporary or transient state of affairs.
Usage Examples
- The company will be closed for a brief period during the holiday season.
- * The politician's popularity increased during a brief period in the election campaign.
- * The teacher asked the students to wait for a brief period before entering the classroom.
Antonyms
long time
extended period
lengthy span
prolonged duration
lengthy duration
long duration
extended duration
prolonged period
lengthy period
long period
infinite time
endless time
perpetual time
permanent time
continuous time
uninterrupted time
incessant time