Synonyms & word play.
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GRE Synonyms
Choose the word closest in meaning to the word given, from five options. The core skill behind GRE sentence equivalence.
Homonyms
Words that sound alike but differ in meaning, such as vain and vein. Choose the right one for each phrase.
Three-Letter Words
Short, unusual words defined in a few words. A favorite for crossword and word-game fans.
Know your ‑nyms.
Synonyms
Words with the same or nearly the same meaning: big and large.
Antonyms
Words with opposite meanings: hot and cold.
Homophones
Words that sound the same but are spelled differently: vain and vein.
Homographs
Words spelled the same but with different meanings, sometimes said differently: lead (to guide) and lead (a metal).
Homonyms
A general name for words that sound or look the same but differ in meaning.
Near-synonyms
Words close in meaning but not identical: thin, slim, and skinny carry different feelings.
The right word, every time.
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