Synonym Clues
What are synonym clues?
Using similar words to hint at meaning.
What are antonym clues?
Uses opposite words for hints
In the sentence: The mountains looked majestic under the morning sun.
What can you replace "majestic" with
“grand” or “impressive”
What are example clues?
Provides examples that suggest the meaning
What are inference clues?
Requires the reader to infer meaning based on overall context
The dessert was delectable, very tasty
What does delectable mean?
Tasty
Unlike his bold friend, Mark is quite timid.
What is the antonym for timid?
bold
The scientist observed the peculiar behavior of the animal.
What can you replace "peculiar" with?
“strange” or “unusual”
Animals like tigers, lions, and leopards are fierce
What is the meaning of fierce?
being wild or aggressive
She wore a somber expression at the funeral.
What does somber mean?
sad
The actress was revered and admired greatly by her fans.
What does revered mean?
admired
The book was gripping, but the movie was dull.
What is the opposite of dull?
gripping/interesting
The classroom was in chaos after the bell rang.
What can you replace "chaos" with?
“disorder” or “confusion”
Dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, are sold in this section.
What is Dairy?
containing or made from milk.
The weather was dismal, with dark clouds and heavy rain.
What does dismal mean
gloomy or cheerless
He is a novice, a beginner in chess.
What does novice mean?
beginner
Despite being wealthy, the man was very frugal.
What is the opposite of frugal?
wasteful
The dessert was decadent, rich with chocolate and cream.
What can you replace "decadent" with?
“indulgent” or “luxurious”
Several types of foliage, like leaves, grass, and shrubs, cover the area.
What is foliage?
plant leaves collectively.
The news put him in a pensive mood
What does pensive mean?
thoughtful, reflective
The forest was serene, peaceful and calm.
What does serene mean?
calm
She tried to be modest rather than boastful
What is the opposite of modest?
boastful, prideful
The instructions were vague, making it hard to understand the task.
What can you replace "vague" with?
“unclear” or “ambiguous”
Machines like drills, hammers, and saws are essential for construction.
What is essential?
important/necessary
It was an intricate painting filled with complex details.
What does intricate mean?
detailed/complicated