Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abridged
adjective
/əˈbrɪdʒd/
Definition
Shortened in length or duration without losing the essential meaning.
Examples
- The abridged version of the novel was easier to read for students.
- She preferred the abridged edition of the book, which highlighted the main points.
Meaning
When something is abridged, it has been reduced to a more concise form while still retaining the core message or content.
Synonyms
- Shortened
- Condensed
- Summarized
- Reduced
