Basic Details
Word: Synonym
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.
Synonyms: Equivalent, alternative
Antonyms: Antonym, opposite
Idioms and Phrases
- Lost in translation: When the meaning of a word or phrase is misunderstood in a different language. Example: "The funny joke was lost in translation, and everyone just stared."
- Word to the wise: A piece of advice that is important to pay attention to. Example: "A word to the wise, always check your work before submitting it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher asked us to find a synonym for the word "happy" and I chose "joyful."
Example 2: Many writers use synonyms to make their work more interesting and avoid repetition.
Example 3: In the dictionary, you can find a list of synonyms for almost every word.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "synonym" comes from the Greek word synonymon, which means "having the same name"? It first appeared in English in the 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with deeper meaning." Maya Angelou
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "synonym" mean?
a) A kind of fruit
b) A word with a similar meaning
c) A type of animal
d) A musical note
Answer: b) A word with a similar meaning
2. Which of these is a synonym of "synonym"?
a) Antonym
b) Equivalent
c) Opposite
d) Noun
Answer: b) Equivalent
3. Which word is an antonym of "synonym"?
a) Similar
b) Antonym
c) Alike
d) Comparable
Answer: b) Antonym
4. Which sentence uses "synonym" correctly?
a) I found a synonym for the word "big" in the book.
b) The synonym was dancing in the sky.
c) She ate a synonym for lunch.
d) The synonym rang the bell.
Answer: a) I found a synonym for the word "big" in the book.
5. Which idiom means the same as "word to the wise"?
a) Lost in translation
b) A penny for your thoughts
c) An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
d) An important piece of advice
Answer: d) An important piece of advice
