Simple meaning
What does Paraphrase mean?
to restate in your own words.
Dictionary definition
to say or write an idea again using different words with the same meaning.
Example sentences
Paraphrase in a sentence
easy
In class, we used paraphrase to explain an idea clearly.
medium
The reading assignment asked students to identify paraphrase in the passage and explain its role.
hard
During discussion, the group compared how paraphrase changed the meaning of the argument in the text.
Synonyms
Words like Paraphrase
related termA nearby term with a similar idea in academic contexts.
connected ideaUsed when the concept overlaps but is not always identical.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite ideaUseful contrast when meaning goes in a different direction.
unrelated pointUse when there is no meaningful connection or support.
Word family
Paraphrase word family
Base word
paraphrase
verb
paraphrase
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does paraphrase mean?
Paraphrase means to restate in your own words.
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