Synonyms A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word. Whereas a dictionary is used to find meanings and to check spellings of words, we use a thesaurus to help identify synonyms. Using a thesaurus can help develop our vocabulary and make our writing more interesting. Task Match the words in Table 1 to their more interesting synonyms in Table 2, and write each pair of words in your notebook. Table 1

nice look small sad

mock think said happy

journey big kind to leave

pleased short lots of good

get rid of asked brave bad

Table 2

uttered eradicate worthy ponder

courageous disconsolate delightful expedition

euphoric abysmal colossal considerate

miniscule ridicule quizzed elated

examine abundance diminutive abandon

Extension (optional) Compose sentences or a short story using ten of the more interesting words. Try to choose words which are not familiar to you.