verbatim

/ˈvɛrbətəm/

Definitions

1. adverb

in exactly the same words; word for word

“She read the letter verbatim from her notes.”

2. noun

a statement or phrase that is repeated exactly as it was originally spoken or written

“The politician’s verbatim quote from his opponent’s speech was published in the paper.”

Synonyms

  • exact words
  • verbatim account
  • word for word

Antonyms

  • abridge
  • paraphrase