Synonyms for

Abridging

Verb / ʌˈbrɪdʒɪŋ / Another word for abridging — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To shorten or condense a text or speech

Synonyms & similar words

abbreviate expand shorten reduce foreshorten contract cut abridge shorten condense reduce compress truncate curtail cut abbreviate summarize digest prune clip shrink diminish lessen decrease contract limit

Example sentences

  1. The editor had to abridge the novel to fit it into the magazine.
  2. The speaker abridged his speech to make it more interesting.
  3. I had to abridge my essay because it was too long.
  4. The movie was abridged for television.
  5. The encyclopedia was abridged for children.

Quotes

  • The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
  • Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
  • The most important thing is to read as much as you can, like I did. It will give you an understanding of what makes good writing and it will enlarge your vocabulary.

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