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 synonym and thesaurus tools at our disposal including right here at YourDictionary.com.

 

List of Synonyms

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Introverted: Shy, Bashful, Quiet, Withdrawn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

 

Synonyms Test

Below are a list of synonyms related to the adjectives above. Match the right synonym with one of the adjectives above.

  1. Loaded
  2. Disconsolate
  3. Stalwart
  4. Clever
  5. Cute
  6. Truthful
  7. Beneficent
  8. Convivial
  9. Virulent
  10. Reserved
  11. Languid 
  12. Jocular
  13. Benevolent
  14. Assiduous 
  15. 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

 

Additional Resources

For more work with synonyms, check out the following sites:

  • Vancouver Webpages has a synonym dictionary
  • Scholastic.com has an interactive synonym game "World Girl: Solving Crime with Words"
  • Quia.com has a fun online matching synonyms game
  • Edhelper.com has a range of synonym worksheets for elementary to highschool level, including SAT prep