Select the appropriate adverb for the underlined word in the sentence.

We considered in brief the long term solution to the problem.

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  1. briefly
  2. briefless
  3. brief
  4. briefness

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Option 1 : briefly
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The correct answer is 'briefly'.

Key Points

  • The given sentence requires an appropriate adverb in place for the underlined word .
  • Briefly means for a short time; quickly. (थोड़े समय के लिए; शीघ्रता से)
    • Example: He stopped over briefly in Los Angeles.
  • Therefore, from the given meaning and example sentence, it is clear that 'briefly' is the correct adverb for the underlined word.
  • Hence, the correct answer is option 1.


Correct Sentence: We considered briefly the long term solution to the problem.

Additional Information

  • Briefless is an adjective that means (of a barrister) having no clients.
  • Brief is an adjective that means of short duration; not lasting for long. It can also act as a noun meaning a set of instructions given to a person about a job or task.
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