Let's solve this worksheet step by step. The task is to
replace each underlined word in the sentences with a
synonym from the provided word box.
Word Box:
- below
- glad
- ill
- hilarious
- present
- price
- bright
- error
- thief
- plump
- blend
- clean
- aqua
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Now, let’s go through each sentence and find the best synonym from the box.
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1. His uncle brought a birthday *gift* wrapped in red paper.
→ Synonym for "gift":
present
✔ Answer:
present
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2. The *fat* cat could barely climb up the tree.
→ Synonym for "fat":
plump
✔ Answer:
plump
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3. My teacher was *happy* to see me.
→ Synonym for "happy":
glad
✔ Answer:
glad
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4. The painting had *brilliant* shades of blue.
→ Synonym for "brilliant":
bright
✔ Answer:
bright
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5. The dog curled up *under* the table.
→ Synonym for "under":
below
✔ Answer:
below
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6. My dad knows a lot of *funny* jokes.
→ Synonym for "funny":
hilarious
✔ Answer:
hilarious
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7. The *burglar* stole the diamonds and gold.
→ Synonym for "burglar":
thief
✔ Answer:
thief
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8. I went home early because I felt *sick*.
→ Synonym for "sick":
ill
✔ Answer:
ill
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9. You will need to *mix* the eggs and flour.
→ Synonym for "mix":
blend
✔ Answer:
blend
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10. The *cost* of the toy was too high.
→ Synonym for "cost":
price
✔ Answer:
price
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11. The fisherman stared out at the *blue* waters.
→ Synonym for "blue":
aqua
✔ Answer:
aqua
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12. Max made a *mistake* on his math test.
→ Synonym for "mistake":
error
✔ Answer:
error
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✔ Final Answers:
1. present
2. plump
3. glad
4. bright
5. below
6. hilarious
7. thief
8. ill
9. blend
10. price
11. aqua
12. error
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Explanation:
Each underlined word was replaced with a synonym from the word box that matches its meaning. For example:
- "gift" = "present" (both mean something given)
- "fat" = "plump" (describes someone or something overweight)
- "happy" = "glad" (both express joy)
This exercise helps build vocabulary and understanding of word meanings.
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or explanation for any specific word!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of synonym worksheet 3rd grade.
