Definitions
- Describing the process of finding and using synonyms to replace words in a text. - Referring to the act of substituting a word with a similar meaning to improve clarity or avoid repetition. - Talking about the practice of using synonyms to enhance writing style or tone.
- Describing the act of restating a text or passage in one's own words. - Referring to the process of summarizing or rephrasing a text to convey the same meaning in a different way. - Talking about the practice of using paraphrasing to avoid plagiarism or to simplify complex ideas.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve changing the wording of a text.
- 2Both aim to improve clarity and understanding.
- 3Both require an understanding of the original text.
- 4Both can be used to avoid repetition.
- 5Both are useful tools for writers and students.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: Synonymising focuses on replacing words with similar meanings, while paraphrasing involves restating the text in one's own words.
- 2Scope: Synonymising is limited to finding and using synonyms, while paraphrasing can involve summarizing, simplifying, or restructuring the text.
- 3Originality: Synonymising uses existing words to replace others, while paraphrasing requires creating new sentences and structures.
- 4Level of change: Synonymising involves minor changes to the text, while paraphrasing can result in significant changes to the wording and structure.
- 5Purpose: Synonymising is often used to improve style or tone, while paraphrasing is commonly used to avoid plagiarism or simplify complex ideas.
Remember this!
Synonymising and paraphrasing are both techniques used to improve writing and avoid repetition. However, the difference between them lies in their purpose and scope. Synonymising involves replacing words with similar meanings to improve style or tone, while paraphrasing involves restating the text in one's own words to avoid plagiarism or simplify complex ideas.
