Synonyms and Antonyms Worksheet
A Grade 6 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and using synonyms and antonyms to enhance vocabulary and comprehension.
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Synonyms and Antonyms Practice
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will test your knowledge of synonyms (words with similar meanings) and antonyms (words with opposite meanings).
1. Choose the word that is a synonym for 'joyful'.
sad
happy
angry
tired
2. Which word is a synonym for 'ancient'?
modern
new
old
fresh
3. Select the word that is an antonym for 'brave'.
courageous
fearless
timid
bold
4. What is an antonym for 'expand'?
grow
stretch
shrink
widen
Complete the sentences by filling in a synonym or antonym for the underlined word.
5. The little puppy was very <bold>playful</bold>. It was always full of .
6. After a long hike, I felt completely <bold>exhausted</bold>. I was not at all .
7. The <bold>gigantic</bold> elephant stood out from the other animals because it was so .
8. Read the passage below. Then, identify one synonym and one antonym for the word 'beautiful' from the text or brainstorm your own.
The garden was a truly lovely sight. Bright red roses bloomed beside delicate white lilies. A gentle breeze rustled through the trees, making a soft, pleasant sound. Every corner of the garden held a charming surprise, from the sparkling fountain to the colorful butterflies fluttering by. It was a place of serene beauty, far from any ugliness or harshness.
Synonym for 'beautiful':
Antonym for 'beautiful':
Match each word on the left with its antonym on the right.
9. begin
a. end
10. quiet
b. loud
11. narrow
c. wide
12. often
d. rarely
Use the words in the bank to complete the sentences below. Choose the best synonym for the underlined word.
13. The <bold>clever</bold> student solved the puzzle quickly. She was very .
14. The <bold>large</bold> building cast a long shadow. It was truly .
15. The <bold>fast</bold> rabbit outran the fox. It was incredibly .
16. Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) describing your favorite place. Try to include at least two synonyms and two antonyms in your description. Underline the synonyms and circle the antonyms.