. Instead, our goal is to point out 75 common words that are direct synonyms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nSpeakers use these words in a wide range of contexts (business, casual conversation, etc…). Meaning, you could hear one word used or the other in any situation. We included nouns, verbs, and adjectives on our list, and some of the words can elevate your vocabulary!<\/span><\/p>\nEach set of words has example sentences for you to see each word in use. And we define the words so there\u2019s no confusion. Memorize our list and improve your vocabulary!<\/span><\/p>\nList of Common Synonyms: A – E<\/strong><\/h2>\nAble \u2014 Capable – <\/span>Having the means to do something<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- She was able to walk only three months after her terrible accident.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The boy is capable of doing amazing things in life.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Accomplish \u2014 Achieve – <\/span>To successfully complete something<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- We can accomplish a lot if we work together.<\/span><\/li>\n
- She could achieve anything she set her mind to do.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Adore \u2014 Love – <\/span>A feeling of deep affection<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- I adore long walks on the beach at sunset.<\/span><\/li>\n
- She loves going to the movies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Afraid \u2014 Scared – <\/span>To feel fear<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- The boy was afraid to enter the room.<\/span><\/li>\n
- She was scared of sudden, loud sounds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Allow \u2014 Permit – <\/span>To give permission<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Please allow me to take your coat.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Will you permit him to enter the courtroom?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Angry \u2014 Mad – <\/span>Feeling of displeasure or strong annoyance, or hostility<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Beth was angry with her mother.<\/span><\/li>\n
- He was mad at his dad.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Annoy \u2014 Bother – <\/span>To irritate or make someone a little angry<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Don\u2019t annoy your brother today!<\/span><\/li>\n
- The little boy kept bothering the small dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Answer \u2014 Reply – <\/span>Something said, written or done as a response to a question or statement<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Did you give an answer to the question?<\/span><\/li>\n
- Did you reply to his email?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Arrive \u2014 Reach – <\/span>To come to a certain point in travel or as a conclusion or thought<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- When will you arrive?<\/span><\/li>\n
- We don\u2019t know when we will reach our destination.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ask \u2014 Inquire – <\/span>Say something to get an answer<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- I asked him about the specials for this evening.<\/span><\/li>\n
- She inquired about the loud noises she heard last night.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Begin \u2014 Commence – <\/span>To start or do the first part<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- We will begin the race soon.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The ceremony will commence at nine in the morning.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Big \u2014 Large – <\/span>Of considerable size<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- I ordered a big box of doughnuts for everyone.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Instead of the shoes she ordered, she received a large coat.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Blend \u2014 Mix – <\/span>Combine one substance with another substance<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Blend the eggs with the flour.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Mix the protein powder with the milk.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Buy \u2014 Purchase – <\/span>Obtain something in exchange for payment<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Dad said we\u2019re not going to buy a new car this year.<\/span><\/li>\n
- It isn\u2019t smart to purchase something when you have no money.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Center \u2014 Middle – <\/span>Point that is equal in distance from all other points or sides<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Put the ball in the center of the court.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The man stood in the middle of the field.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Contemplate \u2014 Think – <\/span>Direct your mind towards something<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- I have to go to the park and contemplate my next move.<\/span><\/li>\n
- He\u2019s going to the park to think about what he should do next.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Creepy<\/span> \u2014 Spooky – <\/span>Causing an unpleasant feeling or fear<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- That house always struck me as very creepy.<\/span><\/li>\n
- The cemetery can be very spooky at night.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Defective \u2014 Faulty – <\/span>Imperfect, lacking, or deficient<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- The computer was defective so we sent it back.<\/span><\/li>\n
- His house had faulty wiring, so he called an electrician.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Delicious \u2014 Exquisite – <\/span>Delightful and of high quality<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- These apples are delicious.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Chef Ronaldo\u2019s cuisine is exquisite.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Difficult<\/span> \u2014 Hard – <\/span>Requiring a lot of effort or skill<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- The course was very difficult.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Running a mile in under five minutes is hard!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Easy \u2014 Simple – <\/span>Requiring little effort or skill<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- I found the task to be very easy.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Making scrambled eggs is simple with the right tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Extra \u2014 Additional – <\/span>Added to an existing amount<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- Do you have any extra milk I could use?<\/span><\/li>\n
- We required some additional salt in the recipe.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Common Synonyms: F – L<\/strong><\/h2>\nFair \u2014 Impartial – <\/span>Treating everyone the same<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- A judge is supposed to be fair in matters of law.<\/span><\/li>\n
- We were looking for an impartial jury.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Faithful \u2014 Loyal – <\/span>Showing firm and constant support<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n- The dog was faithful to his owner.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Coldplay is a band with a lot of loyal fans.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n