A synonym is a word that has a similar meaning to another word. A thesaurus is a resource similar to a dictionary that helps writers to identify synonyms that they can use to make their own writing more interesting. Here are some examples of synonyms:

Activity:

Copy or Print the chart below. Using your list of adjectives and your graphic organizer about California (or any another list of descriptive words):

• write down 10 descriptive words in the first column
• think of synonyms for your words and write them in the second column
• Use an on-line thesaurus to find different synonyms
• Use a tradional thesaurus to find additional synonyms