Synonymousness (Noun)
Meaning
The semantic relation that holds between two words that can (in a given context) express the same meaning.
Classification
Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.
Examples
- The synonymousness of the words 'big' and 'large' allows them to be used interchangeably in many contexts.
- The synonymousness between 'happy' and 'joyful' is evident in their similar connotations and usage.
- Linguists study the synonymousness of words to better understand the complexities of language.
- The synonymousness of 'fast' and 'quick' is often taken for granted, but their meanings can be nuanced in certain situations.
- The synonymousness of 'house' and 'home' highlights the subtle differences between literal and figurative meanings.