SUMMARIES Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word summaries. (close relations)
summary
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| briefs | nounn | |||||
noun • (used in the plural) short tight-fitting underpants (trade name Jockey shorts) | ||||||
| abstracts | verb, nounv, n | |||||
adjective • existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment noun • a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance • a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory adjective satellite • not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature • dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention verb • consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically • make off with belongings of others • consider apart from a particular case or instance • give an abstract (of) | ||||||
| compendiums | nounn | |||||
noun • a publication containing a variety of works • a concise but comprehensive summary of a larger work | ||||||
| condensations | nounn | |||||
noun • (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams • the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state • atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • a shortened version of a written work • the act of increasing the density of something | ||||||
| digests | verbv | |||||
noun • a periodical that summarizes the news • something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) verb • convert food into absorbable substances • arrange and integrate in the mind • put up with something or somebody unpleasant • become assimilated into the body • systematize, as by classifying and summarizing • soften or disintegrate, as by undergoing exposure to heat or moisture • make more concise • soften or disintegrate by means of chemical action, heat, or moisture | ||||||
| encapsulations | nounn | |||||
noun • the condition of being enclosed (as in a capsule) • the process of enclosing (as in a capsule) | ||||||
| epitomes | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a standard or typical example • a brief abstract (as of an article or book) | ||||||
| outlines | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the line that appears to bound an object • a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory • a schematic or preliminary plan verb • describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of • draw up an outline or sketch for something • trace the shape of | ||||||
| overviews | nounn | |||||
noun • a general summary of a subject | ||||||
| recaps | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a used automobile tire that has been remolded to give it new treads • a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion verb • summarize briefly | ||||||
| reviews | nounn | |||||
noun • a new appraisal or evaluation • an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) • a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment • (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data • a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians • a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art • a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion • (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) • practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory • a formal or official examination verb • look at again; examine again • appraise critically • hold a review (of troops) • refresh one's memory • look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember | ||||||
| rundowns | nounn | |||||
noun • a concluding summary (as in presenting a case before a law court) | ||||||
| sketches | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • preliminary drawing for later elaboration • a brief literary description • short descriptive summary (of events) • a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine verb • make a sketch of • describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of | ||||||
| surveys | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a detailed critical inspection • short descriptive summary (of events) • the act of looking or seeing or observing verb • consider in a comprehensive way • look over carefully or inspect • keep under surveillance • hold a review (of troops) • make a survey of; for statistical purposes • plot a map of (land) | ||||||
| synopses | nounn | |||||
noun • a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory | ||||||
| compact | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||
adjective • closely and firmly united or packed together noun • a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse • a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action • a small and economical car adjective satellite • having a short and solid form or stature • briefly giving the gist of something verb • have the property of being packable or of compacting easily • compress into a wad • make more compact by or as if by pressing • squeeze or press together | ||||||
| compendious | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • briefly giving the gist of something | ||||||
| drumhead | nounn | |||||
noun • a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum adjective satellite • performed speedily and without formality | ||||||
| succinct | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • briefly giving the gist of something | ||||||
| sum-up | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form | ||||||
