verbatim

CEFRC1

/vɜːˈbeɪ.tɪm/

adverb · adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adverb

    Using exactly the same words as were originally spoken or written.

  2. 02

    adverb

    Extra detail

    Corresponding with the original word for word.

Examples

  • For accurate study results questions must be asked verbatim.

  • Sami doesn't remember verbatim what he said to Layla.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
3
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

adverb

Extra meanings

  1. Orally; verbally.

  2. Word for word; in exactly the same words as were used originally.

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Able to take down a speech word for word, especially in shorthand.

More examples

In context

  • I have copied his speech verbatim, so this is exactly what he said, word for word.

  • Date unknown: Joint Committee on Printing Congress of the United States, General Statement of Procedure for Verbatim Reporting of Proceedings in Senate Chamber, page five:

  • Some States require voice writers to pass a test and to earn State licensure. As a substitute for State licensure, the National Verbatim Reporters Association offers three national certifications to voice writers: Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR), the Certif...

Synonyms

Quick test

Two questions on this entry. Nothing is scored.

Question 1 · Quick check

The journalist quoted the politician's speech blank in the article, word for word.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

adverb

Attested in English since 1481 (therefore considered a Middle English derivation by some): from Medieval Latin verbātim (“word for word”), from Latin verbum (“word”) + -ātim (adverbial suffix).