What is a synonym?
Dictionary and Thesaurus Skills

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a thesaurus used for?
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A thesaurus is a book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning, helping you find synonyms.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of a dictionary?
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A dictionary provides definitions, pronunciations, and information about words.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does 'ABC order' mean?
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ABC order means arranging words or items in the order of the letters in the alphabet.
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of a synonym for 'happy'.
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Joyful.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between a dictionary and a thesaurus?
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A dictionary provides definitions and information about words, while a thesaurus provides synonyms and antonyms.
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