resumen — meaning in English
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English meaning
- abstract noun A short summary of a longer document, especially an academic paper.
- blurb noun A short promotional description of a book, film or product, especially the one printed on a cover or posted online.
- brief adj Lasting only a short time.
- digest verb To break food down in the stomach and intestines so the body can absorb its nutrients.
- epitome noun A perfect example of a quality or type; the clearest possible embodiment of something.
- highlights noun A short summary of the best or most important moments of an event.
- outline noun The line or shape marking the edge of something.
- overview noun A short summary that covers the main points of something without going into detail.
- statement noun Something said or written that expresses a fact, opinion, or position.
- summary noun A short version of a longer text that covers only the main points.
- synopsis noun A short summary that covers the main points of a book, film, or other written work.
Senses
resumen is used for these senses in English:
- abstract An abridgement or summary of a longer publication. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
- blurb A short description of a book, film, or other work, written and used for promotional purposes.
- brief A short news story or report.
- digest A compilation of statutes or decisions analytically arranged; a summary of laws.
- epitome A brief summary of a text.
- highlights Summary of an event, such as a sporting event, focussing on the most entertaining or consequential aspects; compilation of each highlight of that event
- outline A statement summarizing the important points of a text.
- overview A brief summary, as of a book or a presentation.
abstract — full definition
- noun A short summary of a longer document, especially an academic paper.
- adj Existing as an idea rather than a physical, concrete thing.
- adj Relating to art that uses shapes, colours, and forms rather than realistic depictions.
- verb To take out or separate a general idea or quality from something specific.
blurb — full definition
- noun A short promotional description of a book, film or product, especially the one printed on a cover or posted online.
- noun A short quotation of praise from a well-known person, printed to recommend a book or product.
- verb To write or supply such a promotional description or endorsement.