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2                               Synonyms











             Words that are similar in meaning are called synonyms.

             Here are sets of words that are similar in meaning.


                  •  shy – timid                             •  shout – yell

                  •  trust – faith                           •  happy – glad

                  •  idea – thought                          •  gift – present

                  •  work – job                              •  rest – relax

                  •  funny – silly                           •  smart – clever

                  •  garbage – trash                         •  infant – baby

                  •  tired – sleepy                          •  eat – consume

                  •  dull – boring                           •  teach – instruct

                  •  cheap – inexpensive                     •  ready – prepared


                  •  place – location                        •  blend – mix

                  •  picture – photo                         •  child – kid

                  •  sound – noise                           •  thief – robber

                  •  smile – grin                            •  buy – purchase

                  •  hurry – rush                            •  think – wonder

                  •  centre – middle                         •  watch – see

                  •  rich – wealthy                          •  mistake – error

                  •  sweet – dessert                         •  finish – complete

                                                             •  strong – powerful


                                                             •  afraid – scared









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