Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
parafrase
verb
/ˈpærəfreɪz/
Definition
A restatement of a text or passage, expressing the same meaning using different words.
Examples
- When summarizing the article, try to paraphrase the main ideas instead of copying them.
- Teachers often ask students to paraphrase a story to ensure they understand it.
Meaning
Parafrase means to reword or rephrase something to clarify its meaning without changing the original intent.
Synonyms
- rephrase
- restate
- reword
- recast