Rephrased: meaning, definitions and examples

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rephrased

 

[ riːˈfreɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

text modification

Rephrased refers to the act of expressing something in a different way, often to improve clarity or to avoid repetition. It is commonly used in writing and communication to convey the same idea using different words or sentence structure. This can enhance understanding or provide a fresh perspective on the original content. Rephrasing is a valuable skill in both academic and professional settings, allowing individuals to tailor their language for specific audiences.

Synonyms

paraphrased, recast, restated, reworded

Examples of usage

  • She rephrased her statement for clarity.
  • The essay required rephrased sentences to avoid plagiarism.
  • He rephrased the complex idea in simpler terms.

Translations

Translations of the word "rephrased" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reformulado

🇮🇳 पुनः शब्दबद्ध

🇩🇪 umschrieben

🇮🇩 diformulasikan kembali

🇺🇦 переформульований

🇵🇱 przeformułowany

🇯🇵 言い換えられた

🇫🇷 reformulé

🇪🇸 reformulado

🇹🇷 yeniden ifade edilen

🇰🇷 재구성된

🇸🇦 إعادة صياغة

🇨🇿 přeformulovaný

🇸🇰 preformulovaný

🇨🇳 重述

🇸🇮 preformuliran

🇮🇸 endurformulerað

🇰🇿 қайта формулаланған

🇬🇪 ახალი ფორმულირება

🇦🇿 yenidən formalaşdırılmış

🇲🇽 reformulado

Etymology

The word 'rephrase' is formed from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'phrase', which originates from the Greek word 'phrasis' meaning 'speech' or 'expression'. The term gained prominence in English usage in the early 20th century as writers and educators increasingly recognized the importance of clear and effective communication. In the realm of linguistics, rephrasing has become an essential technique for teaching, learning, and improving language skills. Today, the ability to rephrase is regarded as a key component of language proficiency, aiding in activities such as summarization, translation, and creative writing.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,659 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.