abridge
The word “abridge” has 2 syllables: a-bridge.
It's pronounced as /əˈbrɪdʒ/.
What is synonym and antonym for abridge?
In the thesaurus, “abridge” has 4 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abridge along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abridge
- abbreviate
- curtail
- shorten
- truncate
Antonyms for abridge
- elongate
- enlarge
- expand
- extend
- increase
- lengthen
- prolong
- supplement
Meanings of abridge
- verb
- To deprive; to cut off.
- To debar from.
- To make shorter; to shorten in duration or extent.
- To shorten or contract by using fewer words, yet retaining the sense; to epitomize; to condense.
- Cut short; truncate.
- To curtail.
Example Sentences
- The publisher decided to abridge the lengthy novel for a younger audience.
- We need to abridge the meeting agenda to ensure we stay within the allocated time.
- The film adaptation had to abridge some scenes from the original book due to time constraints.
- The committee agreed to abridge the report to focus on the key findings.
- It's important not to abridge anyone's right to free speech, even if their opinions differ from ours.
On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abridge, such as: abbreviate, curtail, elongate, enlarge, expand, extend, increase.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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