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ICSE · Class 8 · English Language: Grammar and Composition
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What is a synonym?
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A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word. For example, abandon and leave are synonyms. Synonyms help make language richer and more varied.
What is an antonym?
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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word. For example, high and low are antonyms. Antonyms are useful for showing contrast.
What are synonyms of high?
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High has the synonyms tall and lofty. These words express a similar idea of great height or elevation.
What are the antonyms of high?
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High and low are antonyms. Low shows the opposite idea of height.
What are the antonyms of light?
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Light has two antonym senses: dark and heavy. Dark is the opposite in brightness, and heavy is the opposite in weight.
What are the antonyms of sharp?
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Sharp has the antonyms dull and blunt. Sharp means having a keen edge or point, while dull and blunt show the opposite idea.
What are the antonyms of slow?
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Slow has the antonyms fast, quick, and rapid. All three words show greater speed.
What are the antonyms of friend?
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Friend has the antonyms foe and enemy. These words show a person who is opposed or not friendly.
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