Synonym Clue Spotters
The puppy was energetic, or full of energy, during playtime.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- full of energy
Signal word- or
The math problem was complex, but the one before it was very simple.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- complicated
Signal word- but
The dessert was decadent, or extremely rich and sweet.
What is the signal word?
What is the clue type?
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Signal word- or
Clue type- synonym
Mystery word meaning- extremely rich
The comedian’s jokes were hilarious, causing the whole audience to roar with laughter.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Which type of clue (synonym or antonym)?
Mystery word meaning- extremely funny
Type of clue- synonym
Create a sentence using the word massive with a synonym clue.
*must include a signal word
Ex. The school was massive, or extremely large, compared to my house.
The lake was tranquil, and very calm in the early morning.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- very calm
Signal word- and
The winter morning was frigid, unlike the warm afternoon that followed.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- freezing
Signal word- unlike
The child was obedient, unlike his stubborn cousin.
What is the signal word?
What is the clue type?
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Signal word- unlike
Clue type- antonym
Mystery word meaning- compliant (follows the rules)
After running for an hour, Mira felt exhausted, barely able to catch her breath.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Which type of clue (synonym or antonym)?
Mystery word meaning- very tired
Type of clue- synonym
Create a sentence using the word 'scarce' (meaning 'not a lot') with an antonym clue.
*Must include a signal word
ex. The food in the cafeteria was scarce, unlike the Chinese buffet, which was filled with an abundance of food.
The directions were straightforward, as well as easy to follow.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal phrase?
Mystery word meaning- easy to follow
Signal phrase- as well as
The teacher was lenient, however, the substitute was very strict.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- easy-going
Signal word- however
The hill was steep, and very sharp and high.
What is the signal word?
What is the clue type?
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Signal word- and
Clue type- synonym
Mystery word meaning- very sharp and high
The swamp was filthy, while the nearby stream was sparkling and clear.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Which type of clue (synonym or antonym)?
Mystery word meaning- very dirty and murky
Type of clue- antonym
Create a sentence using the word delightful with a synonym clue.
*Must include a signal word.
ex. The dessert was delightful and very enjoyable to eat.
The girl felt joyful, also extremely happy about her test score.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- exteremly happy
Signal word- also
The cat was timid, but her brother was bold around new people.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- shy
Signal word- but
The book was gloomy, however, the movie version was cheerful.
What is the signal word?
What is the clue type?
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Signal word- however
Clue type- antonym
Mystery word meaning- bleak, depressing
The child was miserable, crying softly after losing his toy.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Which type of clue (synonym or antonym)?
Mystery word meaning- heartbroken and sad
Type of clue- synonym
Create a sentence using the word clumsy with an antonym clue.
*Must include a signal word.
ex. My brother can be very clumsy, unlike skillfully coordinated sister.
The explorer was courageous, in other words, brave when facing danger.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal phrase?
Mystery word meaning- brave
Signal phrase- in other words
The movie felt uninteresting, although the show we watched yesterday was exciting.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
What is the signal word?
Mystery word meaning- boring
Signal word- although
The soup was tepid, as well as slightly warm.
What is the signal phrase?
What is the clue type?
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Signal phrase- as well as
Clue type- synonym
Mystery word meaning- slightly warm
The sky was ominous, filled with dark clouds and rumbling thunder.
What is the meaning of the mystery word?
Which type of clue (synonym or antonym)?
Mystery word meaning- threatening
Type of clue- synonym
Create a sentence using 'reluctant' with either a synonym or an antonym clue.
*You must name the clue type after.
ex. I was very reluctant, or hesitant, to give my presentation in front of the whole class.
Clue type- Synonym