Chapter 24 of 25
Revision Notes
Synonyms and Antonyms — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 7 · English Language-Grammar
Synonyms and Antonyms revision notes for ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar: 4 topics in quick points. Includes Synonyms: Meaning and Use, Antonyms.
73 questions30 flashcards5 concepts
Interactive on Super Tutor
Studying Synonyms and Antonyms? Get the full interactive chapter.
Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for revision notes and more.
Free trial, no card needed.
Key Topics to Revise
1
Synonyms: Meaning and Use
- Synonyms are words having the same or nearly the same meaning.
- English does not have exact or true synonyms; every word has a slightly different meaning.
- The shades of difference in meaning must be noticed while using synonyms.
2
Antonyms: Meaning and Use
- Antonyms are words with opposite meanings.
- Some important antonym pairs are absence-presence, accept-reject, admire-mock, admit-deny, coarse-smooth, humble-vain or proud, please-annoy or offend, and punishment-reward.
- Begin can have the antonyms end and finish.
3
Prefixes Used to Form Antonyms
- Antonyms can be formed by using prefixes.
- The prefixes used for antonyms are un-, in-, im-, il-, ir-, dis-, and mis-.
- un- is used in words such as unsuitable and unnecessary.
4
High-Value Word Lists for Revision
- admit-confess and admit-deny are both important pairs.
- allow-permit, ancient-old, and anger-fury or wrath are useful synonym groups.
- begin-start or commence, brief-concise, and decrease-reduce or lessen are common pairs.
Get complete notes with diagrams and examples
Full NotesKey Concepts
Synonyms are words having the sameEnglish does not have exactAntonyms are words with opposite meaningsAntonyms can be formed by addingSome synonyms look close in meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Synonyms and Antonyms for ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar?
Key topics in Synonyms and Antonyms include Synonyms: Meaning and Use, Antonyms: Meaning and Use, Prefixes Used to Form Antonyms, High-Value Word Lists for Revision. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise Synonyms and Antonyms for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 73 practice questions on Synonyms and Antonyms. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
Sources & Official References
Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.
More resources for Synonyms and Antonyms
For serious students
Get the full Synonyms and Antonyms chapter — start free.
Quizzes, flashcards, an AI doubt solver and a study plan for ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar. Free to start, no card needed.