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/kənˈsɪs.nəs/ · con·cise·ness
noun
  1. The quality of being concise; expressing much in few words. The conciseness of the report impressed the board, who appreciated its clear, no‑fluff style.
Did you know? Shakespeare’s famous line ‘brevity is the soul of wit’ has inspired writers to champion conciseness, and the word itself appears in the title of a 1970s style guide for journalists.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026