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Although looking up synonyms for a word will give you similarities in meaning, rarely does a synonym convey the meaning you're originally trying to express. The different lies in connotations, which are the unspoken, socially agreed upon meaning that you won't find in the dictionary (where you'll find the denotative, or literal, meaning); it's basically the gut feeling and impression you get from reading a word. For example, if you searched for synonyms for "thin", you may get "scrawny" or "lean", both which have very different connotations, "scrawny" being the more negative one, and "lean" being the one that gives you a positive image. So when you're using thesaurus, be aware of what you're trying to say and look for words that expand the vocabulary of your writing but also preserve the meaning of it.
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Using a thesaurus can be risky if you select a synonym without fully understanding its meaning or context, which could lead to unintended changes in the tone or clarity of your writing. It's important to choose synonyms that fit the overall flow and meaning of your text to avoid creating confusion or ambiguity for readers.
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Why can it be risky to use a thesaurus?
If you choose an unfamiliar synonym, it might have the wrong connotative meaning for the context. apex is gay! 3:D
What is one way to revise for word choice-?
One way to revise for word choice is by reviewing the evaluative modifiers.A traditional way is to use a thesaurus. Just type 'thesaurus' into a search engine or many online dictionaries include synonyms with a definition or a link to their thesaurus for that word.
What is another word for pretty in a delicate way?
...like an angel? Use the thesaurus!
What is one way to revise word choice?
One way to revise for word choice is by reviewing the evaluative modifiers.A traditional way is to use a thesaurus. Just type 'thesaurus' into a search engine or many online dictionaries include synonyms with a definition or a link to their thesaurus for that word.
What is the plural of thesaurus?
Another way to describe a thesaurus is a book of synonyms. Synonyms are alternate words that essentially mean the same thing.
What reference source would you use to find several synonyms for the word walked?
You could research "walk" in a thesaurus and then use past tense to create synonyms for "walked." You may actually find "walked" in a thesaurus.
What resource would you use to find multiple synonyms of a word?
I would suggest the thesaurus or dictonary.com.
What is a synamon for during?
in the middle of........use a thesaurus
What is the antonym and synonym for campaign?
Use the thesaurus
What is a thesaurus used to do?
One can use a thesaurus to find synonyms and antonyms to a word. For example, one could look up 'use' in a thesaurus and find that synonyms are utility,application, purpose, and handling. Antonyms are disuse and misuse.
How do you use the thesaurus in checking the spelling?
you use the thesaurus for finding words that mean the same as a different word
Which of these is one way that a thesaurus differs from a dictionary?
A thesaurus doesn't give etymologiesA dictionary defines words.
