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Synonymous

Verb / sʌˈnɑ:nʌmʌs / Another word for synonymous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Having the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase.

Synonyms & similar words

antonymous equivalent interchangeable alike similar related corresponding analogous comparable identical homogeneous uniform consistent congruent parallel matching akin cognate correlative kindred associated

Synonyms by register

Formal

equivalent interchangeable coextensive identical

Informal

the same like much the same

Literary

kin akin

Antonyms

different dissimilar contrasting opposite unrelated distinct

Common collocations

  • synonymous with
  • closely synonymous
  • virtually synonymous
  • almost synonymous
  • synonymous terms
  • synonymous expressions

Word family

noun synonym
adverb synonymously

Usage note

The phrase 'synonymous with' is very common. While 'synonymous' implies sameness of meaning, it's often used more loosely to mean 'closely associated with' or 'having a similar effect'.

Example sentences

  1. The words 'big' and 'large' are synonymous.
  2. In this sentence, 'fast' and 'quick' are synonymous.
  3. The words 'dog' and 'canine' are synonymous.
  4. Sometimes different words can be synonymous.
  5. The words 'love' and 'adore' are synonymous.

Quotes

  • A synonym is a word you use when you can't spell the other one. - Baltasar Gracian
  • Synonyms are different words that have the same meaning. - Richard Lederer
  • A synonym is simply a word you use when you can't spell the first one. - Burt Bacharach

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