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A 'paraphrase' (from the Greek ''paraphrasis'') is a statement or remark explained in other words or another way, so as to simplify or clarify its meaning. It can be used as a replacement for a direct quotation when the original text is unavailable or under copyright restriction. A paraphrase can substitute a euphemism for a direct statement, in order to avoid offense. As with a quotation, a paraphrase is introduced by a ''verbum dicendi'', or disclaimer. A paraphrase is sometimes marked with (ph).

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Characteristics of a well-done paraphrase

Example

Notes

References

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Characteristics of a well-done paraphrase

★ It is not a summary.

★ It does not contain most of the words or phrases from the original (plagiarism).

★ It includes all minor details from original.

★ The meaning of the writing being paraphrased is clearer to the reader than in the original text.

★ It restates the thesis

★ It is usually shorter than the original.

Example

★ "Immanuel Kant maintained the view that 'Existence' is obviously not a predicate."
This can be ''paraphrased'' as:

★ "One prominent scholar believes 'existence' is not a predicate." ^[1]

Notes

1. Jones et al, p 38.

References

★ The Philosophy of Religion, , Gerald, Jones, Hodder Murray, 2005, ISBN 0719579686

External links

★ Paraphrase: Write it in Your Own Words by the Purdue University Online Writing Lab