paraphrases

The word “paraphrases” has 3 syllables: par-a-phrases

It's pronounced as /ˈpɛrəˌfreɪzɪz/


What is synonym and antonym for paraphrases?

In the thesaurus, “paraphrases” has 17 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for paraphrases along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for paraphrases

Antonyms for paraphrases

Meanings of paraphrases

  • noun
    1. A restatement of a text in different words, often to clarify meaning.
    2. One of a certain number of Scripture passages turned into verse for use in the service of praise.
  • verb
    1. To restate something as, or to compose a paraphrase.

Example Sentences

  • She often paraphrases complex texts to make them easier to understand.
  • The student paraphrases the article to avoid plagiarism.
  • He carefully paraphrases the professor's lecture in his notes.
  • The translator paraphrases difficult idioms for clarity.
  • The book paraphrases ancient wisdom in modern language.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to paraphrases, such as: abstracts, boils down, copies, echoes, quotations, quotes, recapitulates.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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