Simple meaning
What does Passage mean?
A passage is a part of a text.
Dictionary definition
A section of writing selected from a larger text.
Example sentences
Passage in a sentence
easy
Read the passage before answering.
medium
The passage describes a difficult journey.
hard
Close reading of a passage helps identify theme and evidence.
Synonyms
Words like Passage
Antonyms
Opposite words
wholeUse for the complete text, not one passage.
entiretyUse when referring to all parts together.
Word family
Passage word family
Base word
passage
noun
passages
Multiple sections of text.
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Practice 1
What is a passage?
A passage is one selected part of a longer piece of writing.
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