Synonyms and Shades of Meaning

Synonyms and Antonyms

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A synonym is word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.

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​Definition of Synonym

​Examples of Synonyms

​Words	​ Synonyms
​Active	​ Quick, lively, energetic, fast
​Happy	​ Pleased, joyful, glad
​Peaceful	​ Serene, comfortable, quiet
​Funny	​ Jolly, light hearted, humorous
​Harmful	​ Dangerous, hazardous

A word/phrase opposite in meaning to the words.

​Definition of Antonyms

​Examples of Antonyms

​Words	​Antonyms
​Happy	​Unhappy, sad
​Active	​Passive, lazy, dull
​Beautiful	Ugly
​Silent	​Talkative
​Healthy	​Unhealthy

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