Synonyms for

Paragraphs

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

Definition

A paragraph is a group of sentences that relate to a particular topic or idea within a longer piece of writing.

Synonyms & similar words

paragraph passage section block text portion chapter segment piece article division part excerpt prose composition write-up treatise dissertation thesis paper essay

Synonyms by register

Formal

section passage segment discourse

Informal

bit chunk part

Literary

strophe cantos

Antonyms

sentence line phrase clause word utterance

Common collocations

  • write a paragraph
  • start a new paragraph
  • break into paragraphs
  • short paragraph
  • long paragraph
  • concluding paragraph
  • opening paragraph

Word family

noun paragraph
verb paragraph
adjective paragraphic

Usage note

A paragraph is a distinct section of a piece of writing, usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line, indentation, or both. The verb 'to paragraph' means to divide text into paragraphs.

Example sentences

  1. She wrote a paragraph about her summer vacation.
  2. The article had several paragraphs explaining the new law.
  3. I always start a new paragraph when I change topics.
  4. His essay had five paragraphs.
  5. The book had a long paragraph describing the landscape.

Quotes

  • A good opening paragraph is like a stone thrown off the side of a mountain, crashing down to shale below.
  • The first paragraph is the door to a mansion, and you’ve got to get it right.
  • The opening paragraph should be a miniaturized version of the entire book.

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