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Using Synonyms

In this lesson we’re looking at another great way to avoid repetition in English.

The usage of synonyms relies on the speaker’s vocabulary, so let’s have a look at some more advanced level synonyms.

Have fun with the lesson, and don’t forget to try the quizzes.

– James.

Using synonyms

If you have to repeat a word, and you are unable to use the other two techniques that we’ve looked at, you may have to use a synonym. Here are a few examples:

She shouted at me to stop, and yelled some more when I didn’t.

During the argument I told her I didn’t want to fight any more.

He’s rich, probably the wealthiest in town.

Vocabulary: Synonyms

trust (v) = have faith
skilled (adj) = accomplished
persuade (v) = convince
lie (v) = mislead
scared (adj) = terrified

whirlpool (n) = maelstrom
shy (adj) = bashful
exposed (adj) = debunked
cut (v) = cleave
beautiful (adj) = gorgeous

abundance (n) = plethora
demanding (adj) = exigent
correct (v) = ammend
quaint (adj) = old-fashioned
praise (v) = glorify

philanthropic (adj) = charitable
travesty (n) = catastrophe
immobile (adj) = static
ephemeral (adj) = short-lived

Complete the sentences that use synonyms in this quiz.

  1. Question 1 of 2

     

    Sort elements
    • the other gentleman.
    • it's so gorgeous!
    • and his ideas debunked.
    • I don't mean to be bashful!
    • and cleaved off the fat.
    • His lie has been exposed
      • I've never seen such a beautiful dress,
        • I'm so shy,
          • The chef cut off the bone
            • The man was talking to

            Finish the sentences by writing the correct synonym of the words in bold, changing the word class where necessary.

            1. Question 1 of 5

               

              • Advertisements aren't allowed to lie, but they they us in certain subtle ways.

            Match the synonyms in this quiz.

            1. Question 1 of 2

               

              Sort elements
              • correct
              • static
              • glorify
              • charitable
              • catastrophe
              • immobile (adj)
                • travesty (n)
                  • philanthropic (adj)
                    • emend (v)
                      • praise (v)

                      Quizzes