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Antonyms and Synonyms
Antonyms: Words that are opposite or nearly opposite in meaning to a specified word are
called Antonyms.
Synonyms: Words which are same or nearly same in meaning or to a
specified word are called Synonyms.
To be proficient in Antonyms and Synonyms
you should be equipped with good vocabulary. Good knowledge of antonyms and
synonyms helps you communicate in a variety of words choosing the right words
for the right occasion.
You may know only one alternate similar word or opposite word or you may not
know the alternate word at all. This leaves you with limited vocabulary and
scope to communicate effectively.
Words related in some way or other, whether it is opposite or direct in meaning
to the specified are also termed as Antonyms and Synonyms respectively.
Examples of Antonyms
| 1.
Busy : Idle
The Antonyms of Busy can also mean
unemployed,
inactive,
leisurely etc.
2.
Happy: sad
There are other words that have an opposite relationship to Happy unhappy,
sorrowful,
dispirited,
melancholy etc. |
Examples of Synonyms
| 1.
Scholar: Savant or a well-read person
There are other words that have a direct relationship in meaning to the Scholar,
for example
professor,
teacher doctor etc. |
From the above examples you must have seen that knowledge of Antonyms and
Synonyms will help you use select words in accordance with a concept and the
context.
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