Synonyms vs. Antonyms — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Synonyms and Antonyms
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Synonyms
A word having the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or other words in a language.
Antonyms
A word having a meaning opposite to that of another word
The word "wet" is an antonym of the word "dry.".
Synonyms
A word or expression that serves as a figurative or symbolic substitute for another
"Romeo has become a synonym for any youthful lover" (Harry Levin).
Antonyms
Plural of antonym
Synonyms
(Biology) One of two or more scientific names that have been applied to the same species or other taxonomic group.
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Synonyms
Inflection of synonym
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