"snippet" Synonyms

 The word "snippet" usually refers to a small piece of something, often a short extract from a larger text, video, or piece of code. Here are some synonyms, categorized by nuance:

For short extracts of text:

• Excerpt: A short extract from a book, film, or piece of music. This is a very common and appropriate synonym.
• Extract: Similar to "excerpt," often used in more formal contexts.
• Passage: A short section of a text.
• Quote: A short passage taken from a text and attributed to its author. This implies that the snippet is being used to support an argument or illustrate a point.
• Fragment: A small, broken piece of something. This suggests that the snippet might be incomplete or taken out of context.
• Portion: A part or share of something.
• Section: A distinct part of something.
• Clip: Often used for short extracts of video or audio, but can also apply to text.

For small pieces of code:

• Code snippet: This is the most common and specific term for a short piece of code.
• Code fragment: Similar to "code snippet," suggesting a possibly incomplete piece of code.
• Code excerpt: Less common than "snippet" but still appropriate.

For small pieces of information:

• Bit: A small piece of information.
• Piece: A small part of something.
• Item: A single thing in a set.
• Detail: A small piece of information that contributes to a larger whole.

For short glimpses or tastes:

• Taste: A small amount of something experienced briefly.
• Glimpse: A brief or fleeting view of something.
• Sample: A small amount of something used for testing or analysis.

General Synonyms (less specific):

• Piece: A general term for a part of something.
• Part: Similar to "piece."
• Portion: A share or part of something.

Choosing the right synonym:

The best synonym for "snippet" depends on the context. Consider these factors:

• The type of content: Is it text, code, video, or something else?
• The purpose of the snippet: Is it being quoted, analyzed, or simply shown as an example?
• The size of the snippet: Is it very short or slightly longer?
• The formality of the writing: Some synonyms are more formal than others.

For example:

• "Here's a snippet of code that demonstrates the function." (Good synonyms: code snippet, code fragment)
• "The article includes several interesting snippets from the interview." (Good synonyms: excerpts, passages, quotes)
• "I only caught a snippet of the conversation." (Good synonyms: bit, piece, fragment)

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By Jerry Ramonyai