paraphrasing

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(par-a-phras-ing) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. The act of restating a text or passage in other words, often to clarify meaning or show understanding.

Example Sentence

Paraphrasing the article helped the students better understand its complex ideas.

More Example Sentences

She excelled in paraphrasing difficult texts into simpler language.

Synonyms

rewording; restating; rephrasing

Antonyms

quoting; copying; plagiarizing

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

paraphrasing
Hear It! Say It! Write It!