Eventually, succinct was extended to the realm of insects, where it meant "supported by a band of silk around the middle" (as in "the succinct pupa of a butterfly"). Later, the word was applied to writings. …

SUCCINCT definition: expressed in few words; concise; terse. See examples of succinct used in a sentence.

SUCCINCT definition: 1. said in a clear and short way; expressing what needs to be said without unnecessary words: 2…. Learn more.

Definition of succinct adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Something that is succinct expresses facts or ideas clearly and in few words. The book gives an admirably succinct account of the technology and its history.

Jan 6, 2026 · Adjective succinct (comparative more succinct or (less common) succincter, superlative most succinct or (less common) succinctest) Brief and to the point.

succinct (səkˈsɪŋkt) adj 1. marked by brevity and clarity; concise 2. compressed into a small area

Something that is succinct is short and clear. If you're going to be interviewed on television about your new book and only have a five minute slot, you'll need to come up with a succinct version of your …

Succinct definition: Characterized by clear, precise expression in few words; concise and terse.

WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2025 suc•cinct /səkˈsɪŋkt/ adj. expressed well in few words: Her answers were always succinct and direct. suc•cinct•ly, adv.: "It …