Synonyms and Antonyms

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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Provide a synonym for 'happy'.

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Joyful.

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Provide an antonym for 'hot'.

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Cold.

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What is the purpose of using synonyms in writing?

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To avoid repetition and enhance vocabulary.

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What is the purpose of using antonyms in writing?

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To create contrast and emphasize differences.

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Give an example of a synonym for 'fast'.

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Quick.

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Give an example of an antonym for 'easy'.

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Difficult.

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book or online resource that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms.

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How can understanding synonyms improve reading comprehension?

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It helps readers understand the text better by recognizing different words that convey similar meanings.