Synonyms

 

We have 77,000 synonyms in our 25,000 wordfiles. The dictionary-builder requires the user of the dictionary to add other information, so that the link between the word and its synonym is accurate.

An example:

abandoning Gerund

Definition: (of someone or something) ceasing to support or look after (someone)

Synonyms:

    Synonym 0: desert
     Synonym 1: leave
     Synonym 2: leave high and dry
     Synonym 3: turn one's back on
     Synonym 4: cast aside
     Synonym 5: break with
     Synonym 6: break up with

“desert” is not a desert, but which meaning?

Definition: abandon (a person, cause, or organization) in a way considered disloyal or treacherous

The definition for “desert” has introduced the notion of disloyalty or treachery.

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