Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abridgment
noun
/əˈbrɪdʒ.mənt/
Definition
A shortened version of a text or written work that retains its essential elements.
Examples
- The abridgment of the novel made it easier for students to read in class.
- She created an abridgment of the legal document for her clients to understand it better.
Meaning
Abridgment refers to the act of condensing or summarizing a longer piece of writing while still conveying the main ideas and themes.
Synonyms
- summary
- condensation
- digest
- reduction
