{"id":714,"date":"2022-04-20T09:07:26","date_gmt":"2022-04-20T09:07:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/?page_id=714"},"modified":"2025-09-13T11:09:03","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T11:09:03","slug":"e-w-5-use-thesaurus-entries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/index.php\/e-w-5-use-thesaurus-entries\/","title":{"rendered":"E- W.5 Use thesaurus entries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#00056d;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Use thesaurus entries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-top: 56.2500%;\n padding-bottom: 0; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px 0 rgba(63,69,81,0.16); margin-top: 1.6em; margin-bottom: 0.9em; overflow: hidden;\n border-radius: 8px; will-change: transform;\">\n  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; top: 0; left: 0; border: none; padding: 0;margin: 0;\"\n    src=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAGx7ImDjJQ\/bm-405Bh_d2A7CFK1WqPcw\/watch?embed\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" allow=\"fullscreen\">\n  <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<a href=\"https:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.canva.com&#x2F;design&#x2F;DAGx7ImDjJQ&#x2F;bm-405Bh_d2A7CFK1WqPcw&#x2F;watch?utm_content=DAGx7ImDjJQ&amp;utm_campaign=designshare&amp;utm_medium=embeds&amp;utm_source=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7th W.5 Use Thesaurus\u00a0Entries<\/a> by Delta publications\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-5fee13c7525432d3833fb47412cdb2d4\" style=\"color:#74008d\"><strong>Key Notes :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>What is a Thesaurus?<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A thesaurus is a reference book (or online tool) that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning (synonyms) and sometimes antonyms (words with opposite meanings). Think of it as a treasure chest \ud83e\uddf0 of words! It helps you find different ways to express yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identify the word<\/strong> you want to replace in your sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look up the word<\/strong> in the thesaurus (either a physical book or an online thesaurus like Merriam-Webster or Thesaurus.com).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Read the list of synonyms<\/strong> provided.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consider the nuances<\/strong> of each synonym. Synonyms aren&#8217;t always perfect replacements. They often have slightly different shades of meaning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Substitute the synonym<\/strong> into your sentence and see if it fits the context and sounds right.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check a dictionary<\/strong> if you&#8217;re unsure of a synonym&#8217;s meaning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Why Use a Thesaurus?<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A thesaurus is a fantastic tool for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Expanding your vocabulary:<\/strong> Discover new words and enrich your writing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoiding repetition:<\/strong> Prevent your writing from becoming monotonous by using varied language. Instead of writing &#8216;the dog was <em>happy<\/em>, the dog was <em>happy<\/em>, the dog was <em>happy<\/em>&#8216;, you could write &#8216;the dog was <em>happy<\/em>, the dog was <em>joyful<\/em>, the dog was <em>elated<\/em>&#8216;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finding the perfect word:<\/strong> A thesaurus helps you find the most precise and impactful word for your intended meaning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improving your writing:<\/strong> By using a thesaurus, you can make your writing more interesting, sophisticated, and engaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Examples<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s say you have the sentence: &#8216;The <strong>big<\/strong> dog barked loudly.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a thesaurus, you could replace &#8216;big&#8217; with synonyms like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Huge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enormous<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immense<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the size of the dog, you could choose the most appropriate synonym. &#8216;The <strong>huge<\/strong> dog barked loudly&#8217; sounds more descriptive than &#8216;The <strong>large<\/strong> dog barked loudly&#8217; if the dog is exceptionally big.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another example: &#8216;The student was <strong>sad<\/strong> after failing the test.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Possible synonyms for &#8216;sad&#8217; include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unhappy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depressed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mournful<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dejected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Glum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You could rewrite the sentence as: &#8216;The student was <strong>dejected<\/strong> after failing the test.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tips for Choosing the Best Synonyms<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Consider the Context:<\/strong><br><br>Think about the overall tone and style of your writing. Choose synonyms that fit the context.<br><br>Some words have formal synonyms, while others are more casual. Select words that are appropriate for your audience and purpose.<\/td><td><strong>Pay Attention to Nuances:<\/strong><br><br>Synonyms aren&#8217;t always interchangeable. They often have slightly different shades of meaning or connotations (associated feelings or ideas).<br><br>Example: &#8216;Happy&#8217; and &#8216;ecstatic&#8217; both mean joyful, but &#8216;ecstatic&#8217; suggests a much stronger level of joy.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Using a Word You Don&#8217;t Know:<\/strong><br><br>Always check the definition of a synonym in a dictionary before using it. Don&#8217;t assume you know what it means!<br><br>It&#8217;s better to use a simpler word you understand than a complex word you misuse.<\/td><td><strong>Changing the Meaning:<\/strong><br><br>Be careful not to choose a synonym that alters the original meaning of your sentence.<br><br>Ensure the synonym fits grammatically and logically within the sentence.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-fixed-layout\" style=\"color:#000060\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, a thesaurus is a valuable tool for expanding vocabulary, avoiding repetition, and improving writing. By understanding how to use a thesaurus effectively and being mindful of context and nuances, you can enhance your ability to express yourself clearly and creatively in your writing. Happy writing! \ud83c\udf89<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-large-font-size\" style=\"color:#d90000\"><strong>Let&#8217;s practice!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/92664\/844\/953\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-2-140.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-2-140.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-2-140-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-2-140-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-2-140-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wordwall.net\/play\/92658\/409\/891\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-1-1-142.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-1-1-142.png 500w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-1-1-142-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-1-1-142-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/7thclass.deltapublications.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Worksheet-1-1-1-142-400x400.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Use thesaurus entries 7th W.5 Use Thesaurus\u00a0Entries by Delta publications Key Notes : What is a Thesaurus? 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