Definitions
A pair of synonyms with the meaning:
something that must be done and is not optional.
minute and diminutive are synonyms. True or False?
True
A pair of synonyms meaning acting with or showing care and thought for the future are:
A. Reckless – Wise
B. Sensible –Prudent
C. Hasty – Thoughtful
D. Foolish – Judicious
B. Sensible –Prudent
Prudent and Rash are _____.
Antonyms
What is an antonym for the word ambiguous? Example sentence: Her answer was ambiguous, leaving everyone unsure whether she agreed or disagreed with the plan.
A pair of synonyms meaning:
To prevent something bad from happening
Safe and Treacherous are antonyms. True or false?
True!
A pair of synonyms meaning “to criticize harshly” are:
A. Praise – Applaud
B. Berate – Scold
C. Admire – Condemn
D. Celebrate – Rebuke
B. Berate – Scold
Affluent and Impoverished are ____.
Antonyms
What is a synonym for the word eccentric as in the sentence: His eccentric outfit—bright orange pants and a feathered hat—turned heads everywhere he went.
A pair of synonym meaning
eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something
Wild and tame are antonyms. True or False?
True!
A pair of synonyms meaning “to make something worse” are:
A. Improve – Enhance
B. Alleviate – Ease
C. Exacerbate – Aggravate
D. Mend – Repair
C. Exacerbate – Aggravate
Adept and proficient are ____.
Synonyms
What is a synonym for the word cunning?
Example sentence: The cunning fox tricked the farmer by sneaking into the henhouse without making a sound
Tricky, clever, sly
A pair of synonyms meaning widely known and recognized, usually for something notable, positive, or influential.
Hide and conceal are synonyms. True or false?
True
A pair of synonyms meaning “to support or strengthen” are:
A. Undermine – Weaken
B. Bolster – Reinforce
C. Collapse – Crumble
D. Oppose – Resist
B. Bolster – Reinforce
Apprehend and release are______.
Antonyms
What is an antonym for the word toxic?
The factory released toxic fumes that made people in the nearby village sick.
Two synonyms which fit this definition:
The action of coming or going into a place.
Enraged and furious are antonyms. True or false?
False!
A pair of synonym meaning
boldly disrespectful, especially toward someone in authority or in a situation where politeness is expected.
Opaque and obscure are _________.
synonyms
What is a synonym for courteous?
Example sentence: The courteous waiter greeted every guest with a warm smile and polite words.
kind, pleasant, friendly