Reword

/riˈwɜrd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
to express something in different words; to rephrase.
She decided to reword her essay to make her arguments clearer.
to change the wording of a passage while retaining the original meaning.
The teacher asked the students to reword the paragraph for better clarity.
to phrase differently to improve style or avoid plagiarism.
He had to reword the text to ensure it was original before submission.

Etymology

The prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'word', meaning to phrase or express.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reword the message
To express the same message differently.
in other words
A phrase used before rewording something for clarity.
put it another way
To offer a different phrasing or perspective on a statement.

Related Words

paraphrase
A restatement of a text or passage in your own words.
rephrase
To change the wording of a statement while retaining its meaning.
rewrite
To write something again, typically in a different form.

Slang Meanings

Rephrase something for clarity or tone.
I had to reword that line to sound more casual.
To adjust the way you speak to fit a certain group.
He always rewords his jokes to be more appropriate for the audience.