Skip to main content
Super TutorResources
Chapter 22 of 24
Syllabus

Synonyms and Antonyms — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 8 · English Language: Grammar and Composition

What Synonyms and Antonyms covers in ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition: 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

92 questions25 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 syllabus and more.

Try Super Tutor — Free

Free trial, no card needed.

3 Topics · ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition · 2026-27

Topics in Synonyms and Antonyms

1

Synonyms

  • Synonyms are words that have similar meanings.
  • Abandon and leave are synonyms.
  • Enemy and foe are synonyms.
2

Antonyms with Prefixes

  • A large number of antonyms are formed by adding prefixes to words.
  • The prefix dis- forms antonyms such as agree/disagree and honest/dishonest.
  • The prefix in- forms antonyms such as complete/incomplete and direct/indirect.
3

Important Word Pairs

  • High and low are antonyms.
  • Friend has the antonyms foe and enemy.
  • Slow has the antonyms fast, quick, and rapid.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Synonyms and Antonyms

SynonymsAntonymsAntonyms with prefixesPrefix dis-Prefix in-Prefixes il- and im-Prefix un-Other prefixes

Work through every topic in Synonyms and Antonyms with notes and quizzes

Start This Chapter

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Synonyms and Antonyms for ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Synonyms and Antonyms include Synonyms, Antonyms with Prefixes, Important Word Pairs. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
How should I revise Synonyms and Antonyms for Class 8 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 92 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

All ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition Syllabus

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 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition. Free to start, no card needed.

Try Super Tutor Free
Try this chapter free