briefquiet
adjectiveUK /ˈbriːfˌkwaɪət/
US /ˈbriːfˌkwaɪət/
Short and very quiet.
The teacher gave a briefquiet nod so the class knew to stay calm.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short moment of silence.
After the story, there was a briefquiet before everyone clapped.
3. Speaking only a few soft words.
His briefquiet answer told us he was too tired to talk.
4. A small, peaceful pause in a busy day.
We enjoyed a briefquiet in the garden before lunch.