Definitions

1. noun

A word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase.

“The dictionary listed “large” and “enormous” as synonyms for “gigantic”.”

2. noun

A word or expression that is equivalent in meaning to another word or expression, especially in a particular language or dialect.

“The poet used “equivalent” and “synonyme” as synonyms in her essay.”

3. noun

A word or phrase that has the same sense or reference as another word or phrase.

“The translator searched for an exact synonym to convey the original author’s intended meaning.”

4. noun

A word or phrase that has the same or similar meaning as another word or phrase, especially in a particular context or field of study.

“The linguist analyzed the synonyms of “love” in various languages and cultures.”