Plagiarism

usgb/ˈpleɪdʒərɪzəm/
noun

The action of copying someone else's work without giving them credit and pretending it's your own.

The professor accused him of plagiarism for not citing his sources in his essay.
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  • commit plagiarism
  • accused of plagiarism

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Disapproving

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Citation Needed

Always credit the original author when using their ideas or words to avoid plagiarism.

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She included a citation for every quote to ensure there was no plagiarism.
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Original Work Value

Plagiarism undermines your credibility; it's vital to present your own analysis or perspective.

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His essay was original, reflecting his unique viewpoint without any plagiarism.
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Academic Integrity

In educational settings, avoiding plagiarism is essential for maintaining academic honesty.

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The university expelled him for failing to uphold academic integrity with rampant plagiarism.
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