Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Shortly.
How to pronounce shortly:
US
Shortly - as an adverb
For a short time
Example: "He was at the airport shortly before she was expected to arrive"
In the near future
Example: "The doctor will soon be here"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
before longpresentlysoonIn a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner
Example: "He told me curtly to get on with it"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
curtlyshortIn a concise manner; in a few words
Example: "The history is summed up concisely in this book"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brieflyconciselyin briefin shortAt a short distance
Example: "The hem fell shortly below her knees"
Example Sentences
"I will be leaving for work shortly."
"The meeting will start shortly."
"She will arrive shortly."
"He will be back shortly."
"I will reply to your email shortly."
Word Game Points
Is SHORTLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shortly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHORTLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SHORTLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shortly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHORTLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is SHORTLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shortly is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHORTLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
