Synonyms for Summary
Definition of summary
- adjective
- performed speedily and without formality; "a summary execution"; "summary justice"
- briefly giving the gist of something; "a short and compendious book"; "a compact style is brief and pithy"; "succinct comparisons"; "a summary formulation of a wide- ranging subject"
- noun
- a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form; "he gave a summary of the conclusions"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "summary"
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"Summary" in song lyrics
See how summary is used in real songs:
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"Straight shots in the head, peep the summary"
Afu-Ra f/ Ky-Mani Marley — Equality -
"'Cause in brief summary"
Binary Star — Conquistadors -
"A jam you heard before, this is a summary"
Master Ace — Four Minus Three