Synonym

Definition

A synonym is a word that shares most of its meaning with another, such as HAPPY and GLAD. Synonyms rarely match perfectly; they usually differ in nuance, register, or connotation.

Why it matters

Synonym knowledge expands the candidates you can recall and enriches precise expression.

Examples

• FAST and QUICK.
• SMART and CLEVER.

Best practices

• Learn synonyms with their subtle differences.
• Use them to build word networks.

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