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Can you give examples of synonyms?

Synonyms by Category:

Action:

* Begin - Commence, Start, Initiate

* Stop - Halt, Cease, Terminate

* Look - Observe, Gaze, Examine

Feeling:

* Happy - Joyful, Cheerful, Delighted

* Sad - Depressed, Melancholy, Sorrowful

* Angry - Furious, Enraged, Indignant

Appearance:

* Beautiful - Gorgeous, Stunning, Exquisite

* Ugly - Hideous, Repulsive, Disgusting

* Large - Huge, Immense, Enormous

General:

* Good - Excellent, Wonderful, Fantastic

* Bad - Terrible, Awful, Horrible

* Easy - Simple, Straightforward, Effortless

* Difficult - Hard, Challenging, Demanding

* Important - Crucial, Vital, Essential

* Small - Tiny, Miniature, Minute

* Fast - Rapid, Swift, Speedy

* Slow - Leisurely, Gradual, Plodding

* Think - Consider, Ponder, Reflect

* Say - Tell, State, Declare

More specific examples:

* Brave: Courageous, Bold, Daring, Valiant

* Clever: Intelligent, Bright, Sharp, Astute

* Wealthy: Affluent, Rich, Prosperous, Opulent

* Hungry: Starving, Famished, Ravenous, Voracious

* Tired: Exhausted, Weary, Fatigued, Spent

* Funny: Humorous, Amusing, Hilarious, Comical

* Quiet: Silent, Still, Peaceful, Serene

* Angry: Furious, Enraged, Infuriated, Livid

Note: Synonyms are not always perfect replacements, as their nuances and connotations may differ. The context in which you use them is key to choosing the most appropriate word.

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