Synonyms as Context Clues

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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 does 'stifle' mean?

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To stifle means to stop or restrain something, like controlling tears.

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What does 'fallacious' mean?

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Fallacious means something that is incorrect or misleading.

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What does 'soaked' mean?

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Soaked means very wet, usually from rain or water.

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What does 'rancor' mean?

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Rancor means deep-seated hatred or bitterness.

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What does 'hazardous' mean?

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Hazardous means dangerous or risky.

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How can synonyms help in understanding a text?

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Synonyms can provide context clues that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Give an example of a synonym for 'happy'.

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A synonym for 'happy' is 'joyful'.

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Give an example of a synonym for 'sad'.

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A synonym for 'sad' is 'unhappy'.

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What is the importance of context clues?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words based on the surrounding text.