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Definitions from the WebSynonymDefinition:A synonym is a word or phrase that has the same or very similar meaning to another word or phrase in the same language. Senses:Sense 1:As a noun, a synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word. Example sentence: "The words 'happy' and 'joyful' are synonyms." Sense 2:As a verb, to synonymize means to find a synonym for a word. Example sentence: "Let's synonymize 'beautiful' with 'gorgeous'." Usage:Popular usage:In everyday language, synonyms are frequently used by writers and speakers to avoid repetition and to add variety and nuance to their communication. Example sentence: "She was ecstatic, overjoyed, and thrilled by the good news." Local usage:In linguistics, local usage refers to the specific use of synonyms within a particular region or dialect. Example sentence: "The word 'biscuit' is commonly used as a synonym for 'cookie' in British English." Related Products: | ||||
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