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French Synonyms and Antonyms

Does fast mean the same as prompt? What is the opposite of generous, of bright, of noisy? 10 pairs to sort out between shades of meaning and opposites, to sharpen your vocabulary and your ear for register.

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Question 1 : What is a synonym for "courageous"?

Possible answers:

  • Fearful
  • Shy
  • Brave
  • Cowardly

Explanation: "Courageux" (courageous) and "brave" both mean showing courage in the face of danger or difficulties.

Question 2 : What is the antonym of "generous"?

Possible answers:

  • Charitable
  • Stingy
  • Kind
  • Likeable

Explanation: "Généreux" (generous) means giving without counting; its opposite "avare" (stingy) describes someone who keeps everything for themselves.

Question 3 : What is the synonym of "fast"?

Possible answers:

  • Composed
  • Slow
  • Calm
  • Swift

Explanation: "Rapide" (fast) and "véloce" (swift) both express great speed of movement or execution.

Question 4 : What is the antonym of "old"?

Possible answers:

  • Antique
  • Old
  • Past
  • Recent

Explanation: "Ancien" (old/former) refers to something from a past era, while "récent" (recent) designates something new or current.

Question 5 : What is the synonym of "beautiful"?

Possible answers:

  • Ugly
  • Horrible
  • Awful
  • Splendid

Explanation: "Beau" (beautiful) and "splendide" (splendid) both express great beauty, with "splendide" having a stronger, more impressive connotation.

Question 6 : What is the antonym of "noisy"?

Possible answers:

  • Silent
  • Loud
  • Resonant
  • Deafening

Explanation: "Bruyant" (noisy) describes something that makes a lot of noise; its opposite "silencieux" (silent) describes the absence of noise.

Question 7 : What is the synonym of "intelligent"?

Possible answers:

  • Stupid
  • Naive
  • Perceptive
  • Ignorant

Explanation: "Intelligent" and "perspicace" (perceptive) both describe a person who understands things quickly and well.

Question 8 : What is the antonym of "humble"?

Possible answers:

  • Simple
  • Modest
  • Proud
  • Discreet

Explanation: "Humble" describes a modest, unpretentious person; its opposite "orgueilleux" (proud/arrogant) describes someone who thinks highly of themselves.

Question 9 : What is the synonym of "sad"?

Possible answers:

  • Happy
  • Melancholic
  • Joyful
  • Cheerful

Explanation: "Triste" (sad) and "mélancolique" (melancholic) both express a state of sadness, with "mélancolique" evoking a deeper, more contemplative feeling.

Question 10 : What is the antonym of "bright"?

Possible answers:

  • Dark
  • Brilliant
  • Dazzling
  • Clear

Explanation: "Lumineux" (bright) describes something that emits or reflects a lot of light; its opposite "obscur" (dark) describes what lacks light.

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