Definitions
- Describing something that is not bulky or large in size. - Referring to a concise piece of writing or speech that is not lengthy or wordy. - Talking about a brief and succinct explanation or description of something.
- Referring to a short duration of time or a small amount of something. - Describing a concise piece of writing or speech that is not lengthy or wordy. - Talking about a quick and to-the-point explanation or description of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is not lengthy or wordy.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a concise piece of writing or speech.
- 3Both words suggest brevity and succinctness.
- 4Both words can be used to describe a small or limited amount of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Unvoluminous is less commonly used than brief.
- 2Connotation: Unvoluminous is more neutral and descriptive, while brief can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context.
- 3Formality: Brief is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while unvoluminous is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Unvoluminous and brief are synonyms that both refer to something that is not lengthy or wordy. However, unvoluminous emphasizes the lack of bulk or size, while brief emphasizes the short duration or small amount of something. Additionally, brief is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while unvoluminous is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language.
