Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
synonymous
Adjective
/sɪˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/
Definition
Having the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.
Examples
- Happy and joyful are synonymous words.
- The terms ‘buy’ and ‘purchase’ are often considered synonymous.
- In literature, many synonyms can enrich the text.
Meaning
When two words are synonymous, they can be used interchangeably in certain contexts without changing the overall meaning of a sentence.
Synonyms
- Equivalent
- Interchangeable
- Similar
- Alike
- Comparable
