Verbatim

usgb/vɜːrˈbeɪtɪm/
adjective

Repeating exactly the same words that were originally used.

He repeated her words verbatim to the police.
Visual representation of "verbatim" - Repeating exactly the same words that were originally used

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  • quoted verbatim
  • repeat verbatim
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Accurate Representation

Use 'verbatim' to show you're repeating someone's exact words, like citing a source.

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She read the statement verbatim from the court transcript.
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Emphasis on Precision

'Verbatim' emphasizes the precision of what was said without any alterations.

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When I asked for his opinion, he gave me the facts verbatim.
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Not for Paraphrasing

Don't use 'verbatim' if summarizing or rephrasing; it's only for exact words.

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To avoid misunderstandings, he quoted the law verbatim.
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