Opposite Words, Word Building and Pair of Words

Introduction

Vocabulary is an important part of English Grammar. Learning Opposite Words, Word Building and Pair of Words helps students improve their speaking, writing and communication skills.

Opposite Words (Antonyms)

Opposite Words are words that have opposite meanings.

Examples

• The water is hot, not cold.

• He is rich but his friend is poor.

Word Building

Word Building means forming new words by adding prefixes or suffixes.

Prefixes

A prefix is added before a word.

Examples

• Happy → Unhappy

• Honest → Dishonest

Suffixes

A suffix is added after a word.

Examples

• Teach → Teacher

• Happy → Happiness

Pair of Words

Pair of Words are words that look or sound similar but have different meanings.

Examples of Pair of Words

Accept / Except

• I accept your invitation.

• Everyone came except Ravi.

Advice / Advise

• My teacher gave me good advice.

• I advise you to work hard.

Principal / Principle

• The principal addressed the students.

• Honesty is an important principle.

Practice Questions

Write the Opposites

1. Happy

2. Rich

3. Strong

4. Day

Answers

1. Sad

2. Poor

3. Weak

4. Night

Make New Words

1. Happy + ness

2. Kind + ness

3. Teach + er

Answers

1. Happiness

2. Kindness

3. Teacher

Conclusion

Opposite Words, Word Building and Pair of Words help students improve vocabulary and communication skills. Regular practice makes English learning easier and more effective.