Parasynonym
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Parasynonym is a noun meaning (linguistics) A term (word or phrase) which is parasynonymous with others, but not necessarily considered a synonym.
Meaning
(linguistics) A term (word or phrase) which is parasynonymous with others, but not necessarily considered a synonym.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: synonym
Word Forms
- parasynonyms
Synonyms for parasynonym
Depending on context, synonyms include near-synonym, plesionym, quasi-synonym, synonym.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include near-synonym, synonym, paronym, poecilonym, quasi-synonym, parasynonymy.
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