Examples of Synonyms
Synonyms are words that are similar or have a related meaning to another word.
They can be lifesavers, especially when you want to avoid repeating the same words over and over.
Also, sometimes the word you have in mind might not be the most appropriate word, which is why finding the right synonym can come in handy.
Luckily, we do not have to go searching the recesses of our mind to come up with a list of
synonyms; there are numerous online tools providing synonym examples at our disposal including right here at
YourDictionary.com.
Choosing a Synonym
There is a certain skill involved in choosing the most appropriate synonym, as not all are created equal. It is important to consider the
connotation of the word because some synonyms can inject a different meaning than the one intended.
For example, one synonym of sad is "
gloomy" however, this word carries quite a negative connotation. Depending on the circumstance you can use it, but if you just want to say that someone is "down," then another synonym such as "blue" or "unhappy" would be more applicable.
Here is a list of adjectives and their synonyms that are commonly used to describe people.
Beautiful: Attractive, Pretty, Lovely, Stunning
Fair: Just, Objective, Impartial, Unbiased
Funny: Humorous, Comical, Hilarious, Hysterical
Happy: Content, Joyful, Mirthful, Upbeat
Hardworking: Diligent, Determined,
Industrious, Enterprising
Honest: Honorable, Fair, Sincere, Trustworthy
Intelligent: Smart, Bright, Brilliant, Sharp
Introverted: Shy, Bashful, Quiet, Withdrawn
Kind:Thoughtful, Considerate, Amiable, Gracious
Lazy: Idle, Lackadaisical, Lethargic,
Indolent
Mean: Unfriendly, Unpleasant, Bad-tempered, Difficult
Outgoing: Friendly, Sociable, Warm, Extroverted
Rich: Affluent, Wealthy, Well-off, Well-to-do
Strong: Stable, Secure, Solid, Tough
Unhappy: Sad, Depressed, Melancholy, Miserable
Lucky: Auspicious, Fortunate
Positive: Optimistic, Cheerful, Starry-eyed, Sanguine
Bossy: Controlling, Tyrannical
Here are some miscellaneous words and their synonyms:
Baffle: confuse, deceive
Hypocrisy: duplicity, falseness
Pacify: appease, placate
Recalcitrant: obstinate, stubborn
Turbulent: disordered, violent
Valid: authorized, legitimate
Old: antiquated, ancient, obsolete, extinct, past, prehistoric, venerable, aged
True: genuine, reliable, factual, accurate, precise, correct, valid, real
Important: required, substantial, vital, essential, primary, significant, requisite, critical
Weak: frail, anemic, feeble, infirm, languid, sluggish, puny, fragile
Synonyms Test
Below are a list of synonyms related to the adjectives above.
Match the right synonym with one of the adjectives above.
Loaded
Disconsolate
Stalwart
Clever
Cute
Truthful
Beneficent
Convivial
Virulent
Reserved
Languid
Jocular
Benevolent
Assiduous
Blissful
Answer Key: 1. Rich; 2. Sad; 3. Strong; 4. Intelligent; 5. Beautiful; 6. Honest; 7. Kind; 8. Outgoing; 9. Mean; 10. Introverted; 11. Lazy; 12. Funny; 13. Fair; 14. Hardworking; 15. Happy
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