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We are learning to:
* use knowledge of vocabulary to respond to and compose clear and cohesive texts in different media and technologies.
* understand that choices in vocabulary contribute to the effectiveness of texts.
* understand that language is structured to create meaning according to audience, purpose and context.
Let’s take a closer look! Consider the words below and see if you can sort them into the correct place on the table,
based on whether they are a synonym or an antonym of the word frequent.
Tip: before you place the words be sure to know what the word frequent means by using a dictionary.
Synonyms Antonyms
HOW DID YOU GO?
Synonyms and antonyms of the word frequent:
Synonyms Antonyms
many few
often rare
common scare
regular occasional
Let’s take a closer look! Consider the words below and see if you can sort them into the correct place on the table,
based on whether they are a synonym or an antonym of the word abominable.
Tip: before you place the words be sure to know what the word abominable means by using a
dictionary.
Synonyms Antonyms
HOW DID YOU GO?
Synonyms and antonyms of the word abominable:
Synonyms Antonyms
obnoxious agreeable
detestable splendid
repugnant worthy
loathsome venerable
Now it’s your turn! Complete the activity online, rewrite the text or print out and edit on your page.
For each word, consider which corresponding word is the synonym and antonym then label the synonym
with the letter S and the antonym with the letter A in the respective box. Tip: before you complete the
activity be sure to know what each would means by using a dictionary.
Remember, we can improve our writing by using synonyms and
antonyms. Before you replace the following words, be sure to know
what each means by using a dictionary.
Write a sentence that includes a synonym of the word hindrance.
Rewrite the sentence and change its meaning by including an
antonym of hindrance.
Write a sentence that includes a synonym of the word tentative.
Rewrite the sentence and change its meaning by including an
antonym of tentative.