Shortly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʃɔɹtli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Shortly is an adverb meaning In a short or brief time or manner; quickly.
Meaning
In a short or brief time or manner; quickly.
More Meanings
- In or after a short time; soon.
- In few words.
- In an irritable ("short") manner.
Example Sentences
"Stop interrupting me, will ya?" she said shortly.
Ideas are generally expressed more shortly in verse than in prose
The past perfect progressive is used for actions and situations which had continued up to a past moment or shortly before it.
Kaplan-Miller said she first joined the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, an interfaith organization that was founded by a Muslim and a Jewish woman in suburban New Jersey, shortly after the 2016 election.
Synonyms for shortly
Depending on context, synonyms include briefly, concisely, abruptly, curtly, short, presently.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include presently, soon, briefly, curtly, concisely, short.
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