Synonyms of summarize

summarize

verb

ˈsə-mə-ˌrīz 

as in to outline

to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)

the closing minute of the newscast summarizes the main story of the day

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outline
• digest
• recapitulate
• reprise
• consolidate
• condense
• recap
• encapsulate
• brief
• abstract
• synopsize
• sum up
• shorten
• epitomize
• boil down
• wrap up
• simplify
• curtail
• abridge
• cut back
• shrink
• downsize
• streamline
• concentrate
• essentialize
• decoct

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• extend
• prolong
• lengthen
• elongate
• expand
• supplement
• amplify
• elaborate (on or upon)
• protract
• enlarge (on or upon)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of summarize

The assumption is that if a system can draft, summarize, analyze or answer questions faster than a human, then the main value lies in labor savings. — Mayank Kejriwal, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Otherwise, this tier provides an AI Assistant that can recap calls and summarize content. — John Brandon, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

The police department will summarize findings for the council and make a recommendation on what to do next. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

The film ends with Kaczynski being apprehended, and summarizes the years to follow via text on the screen. — Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026