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You can easily find the frequency and distribution of the synonyms of a
given word, and see which synonyms are used more in different registers or historical periods.
You can also include a synonyms list as part of a longer search string.
Click on any of the following links in
the left-most column to carry out the search. Notice how the form is
filled out, and then feel free to modify the form to carry out your own
queries.
| Examples |
Explanation |
Sample words |
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[=beautiful] |
synonyms of beautiful |
attractive, charming |
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[=scatter] |
synonyms of scatter |
throw, disperse, sprinkle |
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[=beautiful] [girl] |
synonyms of beautiful + form of
girl |
lovely girl, gorgeous girls |
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[=clean] the [nn*] |
synonyms of clean + the +
noun |
clean the house, scrub the floor |
[=beautiful]
SEC1 = 1860s-1910s
SEC2 = 1970s-2000s |
Comparison of the frequency of synonyms of
beautiful in the 1860s-1910s (left) and the 1970s-2000s (right) |
1860s-1910s: delightful, exquisite
1970s-2000s: stunning, scenic
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[=beautiful]
woman
SEC1 = 1860s-1910s
SEC2 = 1970s-2000s |
Comparison of the frequency of synonyms of
beautiful + woman in the 1860s-1910s (left) and the
1970s-2000s (right) |
1860s-1910s: charming, pleasing woman
1970s-2000s: gorgeous, striking woman
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[=strong]
SEC1 = 1860s-1910s
SEC2 = 1970s-2000s |
Comparison of the frequency of synonyms of
strong in the 1860s-1910s (left) and the 1970s-2000s (right) |
1860s-1910s: stout, zealous, ardent
1970s-2000s: resilient, beefy, effective |
[=strong]
belief
SEC1 = 1860s-1910s
SEC2 = 1970s-2000s |
Comparison of the frequency of synonyms of
strong + belief in the 1860s-1910s (left) and the 1970s-2000s (right) |
1860s-1910s: sturdy, intense belief
1970s-2000s: powerful, deep belief
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Of course not all synonyms of a given word will be synonymous in all
contexts, so not all of the results will be relevant. |