Describe the difference between related words
key notes :
Some words are alike, but they have small differences in meaning. Those differences are called shades of meaning. For example, think about the words stare, peek, and glare.
| Word | Definition |
| stare | to look at something for a while |
| peek | to look at something quickly |
| glare | to look at something in an angry way |
Stare, peek, and glare all mean to look at something, but in different ways.
Learn with an example
Which is younger?
- A) a cat
- B) a kitten
A kitten is a baby cat. So, a kitten is younger.
Which is more sure?
- A) thinking
- B) knowing
Thinking means you believe something is right. Knowing means you are sure something is right. So, knowing is more sure.
Which is bigger?
- A) a mountain
- B) a hill
A mountain is a very large hill. So, a mountain is bigger.
Which makes a sound?
- A) laughing
- B) smiling
Both smiling and laughing show that you are happy or that something is funny. But when you laugh, you also make a noise. So, laughing makes a sound.
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