verbatim
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /vɜːrˈbeɪtɪm/
KK: /vɚˈbeɪtɪm/
adjective
Definition
Using the exact same words as someone else; word for word.
Example
The teacher asked us to write a verbatim account of the lecture.
Conversation
Did you hear what she said about the project?
Yeah, I took notes, but I didn't write it down verbatim.
You should have! It was really important information.
I know, next time I'll make sure to get it verbatim.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
literal
exact
faithful
Antonyms
imprecise
paraphrased
inexact
adverb
Definition
In exactly the same words as something else; without any changes or alterations.
Example
She repeated the instructions verbatim to ensure everyone understood them.
Conversation
Did you hear what she said about the project?
Yeah, I did! She explained everything verbatim during the meeting.
I wish I could remember things verbatim like that.
Root Explanation
Verbatim is derived from the Latin "verbum" (meaning word) and the suffix "-atim" (meaning in the manner of). The word "verbatim" means in exactly the same words, or word for word.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for 'word' ('verbum') to remember that 'verbatim' means to repeat something exactly as it was said.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.