1. restatements of text or speech using different words while keeping the same meaning
Usage: plural of paraphrase

1. restates something using different words while keeping the same meaning
Usage: third person singular present tense

Examples

• The student wrote several paraphrases of the original poem.
• Good paraphrases capture the author’s main ideas without copying exact words.
• She paraphrases difficult passages to help her students understand.
• The teacher paraphrases complex instructions for younger children.
• His paraphrases of Shakespeare make the plays more accessible.
• The summary paraphrases the key points from each chapter.
• He always paraphrases quotes rather than memorizing them exactly.