Summarize

usgb/ˈsʌməraɪz/
verb

To give a brief, condensed account of the main points of something.

To help the audience understand, he summarized the main points of his speech.
Visual representation of "summarize" - To give a brief, condensed account of the main points of something.

Often appears as...

  • summarize the chapter
  • summarize the findings
Definition 1 of 3
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LampPro Tip 1/3

Main Points Only

Focus only on the most important points of a longer text or speech.

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In my summary, I included only the key arguments from the article.
LampPro Tip 2/3

No Personal Views

A summary should not contain your opinions, just a neutral overview.

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My summary of the novel was strictly factual, with no interpretation.
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Clarity is Key

Write summaries that are easy to understand, using clear language.

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She summarized the process using straightforward terms for beginners.
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