Synonyms of paraphrased

paraphrased

verb

past tense of paraphrase

as in translated

to express something (as a text or statement) in different words

could you paraphrase your diagnosis of my medical condition, using simpler language?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• translated
• summarized
• restated
• rephrased
• reworded
• reiterated
• summed up
• recapitulated
• boiled down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• quoted
• repeated
• copied
• reproduced
• echoed
• transcribed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of paraphrased

There is an old adage (paraphrased) that the only constant in life is change. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 9 July 2026

Even more than usual, critics and Dylanologists scrutinized Modern Times for references and allusions, finding words and melodies paraphrased from the works of Muddy Waters, Bing Crosby, and the Roman poet Ovid. — Al Shipley, SPIN, 29 June 2026

Some responses are paraphrased for clarity or condensed for brevity. — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026

Joachim Trier, who won Best International Feature for Sentimental Value, paraphrased James Baldwin’s observation that all adults are responsible for the children of the world. — Judy Berman, Time, 16 Mar. 2026

In the video, which LaNasa paraphrased, Colbert said life's difficult moments are ultimately experiences to be embraced. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026

In some cases, an AI model blended or paraphrased elements from multiple real papers, including believable-sounding titles and author lists, the company says. — Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026

Alone In zero-click experiences, your original content may be cited, summarized or paraphrased by AI without attribution or referral. — Don Dodds, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025

Was the information cited, paraphrased or quoted accurately? — Elaine Watson, The Conversation, 30 July 2024