to paraphrase
Third Person
paraphrases
Present Participle
paraphrasing
Past Tense
paraphrased
Past Participle
paraphrased
1
to express the meaning of something written or spoken with a different choice of words
transitive
- The student paraphrased the paragraph to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concept.
- Instead of quoting directly, the writer chose to paraphrase the information to fit the context of the article.
- The presenter paraphrased the complex technical jargon to make it more accessible to a broader audience.
- The editor suggested paraphrasing certain sentences to improve the flow and readability of the manuscript.
- The teacher encouraged students to paraphrase the poem, emphasizing their interpretation of the verses.