Paraphrase

usgb/ˈpærəfreɪz/
verb

To say something that someone else has said or written using different words.

She paraphrased the poem in her own words.
Visual representation of "paraphrase" - To say something that someone else has said or written using different words.

Often appears as...

  • paraphrase a story
  • paraphrase a text
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Avoid Plagiarism

Paraphrasing can help you use someone's ideas without copying, which is crucial for avoiding plagiarism in your work.

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Instead of quoting the original text, she paraphrased the main points in her essay.
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Maintain Meaning

When you paraphrase, it's essential to preserve the original meaning even though you're using different words.

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His paraphrase captured the essence of the poem while employing simpler language.
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Clarification

Paraphrasing can be used to clarify complex texts, making them easier to understand for a wider audience.

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They paraphrased the legal terms into everyday language during the community meeting.
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