abridges
The word “abridges” has 2 syllables: a-bridges.
It's pronounced as /əˈbrɪdʒɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for abridges?
In the thesaurus, “abridges” has 5 synonyms and 10 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abridges along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abridges
- abbreviate
- curtail
- curtails
- shortens
- truncate
Antonyms for abridges
- elongates
- enlarges
- expand
- expands
- extend
- extends
- increase
- lengthen
- lengthens
- prolongs
Meanings of abridges
- 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 summary abridges the complex plot of the novel into a few paragraphs.
- This version abridges the original text to focus on the main themes.
- The movie adaptation abridges the book's storyline to fit within a two-hour time frame.
- The encyclopedia entry abridges the historical event to provide a concise overview.
- The teacher's explanation abridges the concept, making it easier for students to understand.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abridges, such as: abbreviate, curtail, curtails, elongates, enlarges, expand, expands.
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