| Main Entry: |
paraphrase |
| Part of Speech: |
verb |
| Definition: |
interpret, translate |
Synonyms: |
disambiguate, express in other words, express in own words,
recapitulate, rehash,
render, rephrase, restate, reword,
summarize, transcribe
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| Notes: |
a paraphrase is a restatement or rewording of a text or passage for the purpose of clarification; a summary is a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form; a summation is a summary or argument reviewing the principal points made and expressing conclusions |
Antonyms: |
quote
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