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The word "build" means the same as "construct". The two words are synonyms of each other.

Synonyms 01

Synonyms are words with similar meanings. Build a stronger vocabulary by choosing the best synonym for tone, audience, and context in your KS3 English writing.

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Fascinating Fact:

British and American choices differ, trainers in the UK and sneakers in the USA name the same item.

In KS3 English, you learn how synonyms help vary language and improve precision. Picking the right word depends on meaning, formality, and how it sounds with the rest of the sentence.

Key Terms

Synonym: A word with a similar meaning to another word, for example small and little.
Register: The level of formality of a word or phrase, such as informal kids versus formal children.
Nuance: A small difference in meaning or feeling, like angry versus furious.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a synonym in KS3 English?

A synonym is a word with a similar meaning to another word. Using synonyms helps avoid repetition and lets you choose a word that fits the tone.

How do I choose the best synonym for my sentence?

Match the meaning and register. Check if the word is formal or informal, and read the sentence aloud to see which option sounds natural.

Are British and American synonyms always interchangeable?

No. Some words differ by variety and audience. For example, UK readers expect trainers while US readers expect sneakers. Choose for your readers.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Eager

Calm

Controlled

Keen

Reticent

"Reticent" means "quiet" or "reserved", making it an antonym of "eager"

2 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Hurry

Cease

Pause

Rush

Stop

Try to use synonyms and antonyms in your writing

3 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Sow

Gather in

Harvest

Reap

Scatter seed

"Sow" is a verb meaning "scatter", but its homonym "sow" is a noun meaning a "mother pig"

4 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Calm

Disturbed

Peaceful

Rough

Stormy

"Calm" and "rough" are antonyms: they have opposite meanings

5 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Tiny

Big

Huge

Large

Minute

"Minute" means "very small", making it a synonym of "tiny"

6 .

What does "synonymous" mean?

Having a different meaning

Having a similar meaning

Having an opposite meaning

Having another meaning

Synonyms are words with similar meanings

7 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Stop

Halt

Move

Travel

How many synonyms for "go" can you list?

8 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Difficult

Easy

Facile

Helpful

Not easy

"Facile" means "easy", so is the opposite of "difficult"

9 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Detach

Attach

Join

Separate

Unite

"Detach" and "attach" are opposites, or antonyms

10 .

Find the synonym of the following word.
Build

Construct

Demolish

Destroy

Knock down

Don't use the same word repeatedly in your writing; instead use synonyms for variety

Author: Sue Daish (English Teacher, Principal Examiner & Published Author)

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