Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Conciseness refers to the quality of being brief and to the point in communication. It involves expressing ideas or information clearly and effectively using as few words as possible.
Related terms
Clarity: The ability to communicate ideas clearly and easily understandable.
Brevity: The use of few words to express an idea or concept.
Precision: The quality of being exact and accurate in language or thought.