summarization

noun

sum·​ma·​ri·​za·​tion ˌsə-mə-rə-ˈzā-shən 

ˌsəm-rə-

1

: the act of summarizing

2

: summary

Synonyms of summarization

• summary

Examples of summarization in a Sentence

what you wrote goes way beyond a summarization of the speech

Recent Examples on the Web

Google showcased the power of audio-first summarization with its NotebookLM offering. —Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026

Technologies such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini have already alleviated the burden of some time-consuming work, such as data cleaning, summarization, and other administrative tasks. —Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026

Research published found that consistent summarization and structured review significantly enhance learning retention, helping students convert dense readings into clear, memorable outlines. —Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 22 Dec. 2025

The first generation were really around summarization and content creation, right? —Katie Drummond, Wired News, 16 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for summarization

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Kids Definition

summarization

noun

sum·​ma·​ri·​za·​tion ˌsəm-(ə-)rə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the act of summarizing

2

: summary entry 2