Shortly Definition & Meaning
shortly
- adverb
- for a short time; "he was at the airport shortly before she was expected to arrive"
- in the near future; "the doctor will soon be here"; "the book will appear shortly"; "she will arrive presently"; "we should have news before long"
- in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner; "he told me curtly to get on with it"; "he talked short with everyone"; "he said shortly that he didn't like it"
- in a concise manner; in a few words; "the history is summed up concisely in this book"; "she replied briefly"; "briefly, we have a problem"; "to put it shortly"
- at a short distance; "the hem fell shortly below her knees"
"Shortly" in song lyrics
See how shortly is used in real songs:
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"And live shortly"
Flipmode Squad — To My People -
"Dragged from behind, I was about to get cut shortly"
Muph & Plutonic f/ Minas — Scars & Stains -
"The king will crown me shortly"
Penhead — Penicillin
Words that rhyme with shortly
Usage tips for "shortly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shortly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for shortly to find words that pair well.