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abridgment

The word “abridgment” has 3 syllables: a-bridg-ment.

It's pronounced as /əˈbrɪdʒ.mənt/.

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In the thesaurus, “abridgment” has 6 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abridgment along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for abridgment

Antonyms for abridgment

  • enlargement
  • expansion

Meanings of abridgment

  • noun
    1. The act of abridging; reduction or deprivation.
    2. The state of being abridged or lessened.
    3. An epitome or compend, as of a book; a shortened or abridged form; an abbreviation.
    4. That which abridges or cuts short; hence, an entertainment that makes the time pass quickly.
    5. Any of various brief statements of case law made before modern reporting of legal cases.
    6. The leaving out of certain portions of a plaintiff's demand, the writ still holding good for the remainder.

Example Sentences

  • The abridgment of the constitution was necessary for clarity and accessibility.
  • She appreciated the abridgment of the novel, which made it easier to grasp the main storyline.
  • The abridgment of his speech omitted some details but conveyed the main points effectively.
  • The textbook offers a helpful abridgment of complex historical events.
  • The court ordered an abridgment of the legal document to expedite the process.

On this page you'll find 8 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abridgment, such as: abbreviation, abstract, bowdlerization, condensation, enlargement, expansion, outline.

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