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abbreviation

[uh-bree-vee-ey-shuhn] / əˌbri viˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
something shortened
Synonyms
STRONG
abridgement abstract abstraction clipping compendium compression condensation contraction digest outline precis précis reduction sketch summary syllabus synopsis
Antonyms
STRONG
enlargement expansion extension increase lengthening
WEAK
augmentation

Example Sentences

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“The internet is all about outrage. It is perfect for IS extremism that builds on grievances,” he said, using an abbreviation for the group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

People joke that the abbreviation Lao PDR means "Lao Please Don't Rush".

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

But the abbreviation “DEI” feels cold in comparison, more clinical — a harsh staccato against softer words like inclusion or fairness.

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2025

When he was a schoolboy he was nicknamed Volt because his initials, AC, are an abbreviation for the electrical term "alternating current".

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2025

“Hazmat is an abbreviation for hazardous material,” Journey says.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.