WorksheetsSynonyms Antonyms and Homonyms
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Select the synonym of the underlined word.
Because softball involves moderate activity, players are likely to perspire during games.
stretch
breathe
sprint
sweat
Select the antonym of the underlined word.
He turned off the oven and gave up cooking halfway through the complicated recipe.
chaotic
simple
straightforward
boring
Select the antonym of the underlined word.
The bright sun shining through the window caused him to wake up earlier than planned.
shining
golden
dark
burning
Select the antonym of the underlined word.
The stray dog looked starved and cold.
full
hungry
empty
bare
"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:
antonyms
synonyms
homonyms
homophones
The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest. what is the best synonym for "injunction?"
official command
question
crime
guilty verdict
"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"
entertained
bored
satisfied
punctured
What type of context clues use similar words to help with the meaning of an unknown word?
Antonyms
Synonyms
Examples
HDefinitions
Comparing something opposite is using what type of clues?
Antonyms
Synonyms
Examples
Definitions
We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time.
This is an example of which type of context clue?
Antonym
Synonym
Example
Definition
Select the synonym of the underlined word. The teacher's explanation was so __lucid__ that all the students understood the concept immediately.
A) confusing
B) clear
C) vague
D) ambiguous
Select the antonym of the underlined word. The __ancient__ ruins were a popular tourist attraction.
A) old
B) historic
C) modern
D) antique
Identify the homonym in the sentence: "The band played a lively tune as the sun set over the band of clouds."
A) played
B) lively
C) tune
D) band
Select the synonym of the underlined word. The detective's __astute__ observations led to the quick resolution of the case.
A) dull
B) sharp
C) slow
D) lazy
Select the antonym of the underlined word. The __fragile__ vase shattered when it fell off the shelf.
A) delicate
B) sturdy
C) brittle
D) weak
