A different word with the same meaning is called a synonym.
Synonyms are words that have similar or identical meanings. They can be used interchangeably in a sentence to avoid repetition or add variety to your writing.
Here are some examples of synonyms:
- Happy and joyful
- Sad and dejected
- Big and large
- Small and tiny
- Start and begin
Synonyms can be helpful for writers and speakers to:
- Expand vocabulary: Learning synonyms can enrich your writing and make it more interesting.
- Avoid repetition: Using synonyms can prevent you from using the same word over and over.
- Express nuances: Different synonyms can express slightly different shades of meaning.
Using synonyms effectively requires understanding the subtle differences in meaning between words.
