synonym
What is another word for synonym? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A word or phrase that means the same, or almost the same, as another word or phrase.
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Synonym is a standard word used in everyday, academic and technical writing alike.
Etymology
Synonym came into English through Latin synonymum, which in turn came from Ancient Greek. The Greek word combined a prefix meaning "with" or "together" and a root meaning "name", so the word literally describes terms that share a name or meaning.
Full origin of synonym →Frequently asked questions
What is a synonym in simple terms?
A synonym is a different word that means almost the same thing as another word, such as big and large.
Can two words ever be perfect synonyms?
Words that share a meaning often still differ slightly in tone or context, so exact interchangeability is rare even between close synonyms.
What is the opposite of a synonym called?
The opposite of a synonym is an antonym, which is a word with a contrasting or opposite meaning.
