Synonyms and Antonyms

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that means the same as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that means the opposite of another word.

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Provide a synonym for 'happy'.

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Joyful.

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Provide a synonym for 'sad'.

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Unhappy.

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What do the words 'angry' and 'mad' have in common?

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They both mean the same thing.

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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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Provide an antonym for 'difficult'.

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Easy.

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Provide an antonym for 'fast'.

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Slow.

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What is a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is a reference book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning.