Synonym
What is the definition of a synonym?
Synonyms are words with similar meanings.
What is the definition of an antonym?
Antonyms are words with opposite meanings.
We were imprisoned by Portuguese leaders, but they eventually freed us.
What word in the sentence provides a context clue to help find the meaning of the word "imprisoned"?
eventually freed (antonym clue)
TALK
Give two other synonyms for this word.
Explain, discuss, say, speak, chat...
STOP
What is the opposite/antonym word?
go
When I got on board, I noticed that most of the sailors wore simple outfits, but the captain was often seen in ORNATE clothing.
What word in the sentence provides a context clue to help find the meaning of the word "ornate"?
simple
essential: important
Are these words synonyms or antonyms?
Synonyms
right
What is the opposite / antonym for this word?
wrong
It was clear from the start that I was only a beginner, not a SEASONED sailor like the rest of the crew.
What word in the sentence provides a context clue to help find the meaning of the word "seasoned"?
beginner
sick : ill
Are these words synonyms or antonyms?
Synonyms
big : small
Are these words synonyms or antonyms?
Antonyms
I did not help much with the other jobs on the ship because the other sailors thought I would HINDER their efforts.
What words in the sentence provide a context clue to help find the meaning of the word "hinder"?
help (antonym)
beautiful
Give two synonyms for this word.
pretty, lovely, gorgeous, alluring, cute, precious, handsome, charming
real, true, nonfiction
What is the opposite / antonym for this word?
pretend, false, fiction
It took about three months to reach land, and by then we were tired and fatigued.
What word in the sentence provides a context clue to help find the meaning of the word "fatigued"?
tired