Synonyms and Antonyms

Grade 2 Spelling Worksheet - Building Confidence

Circle the answer, or write the answer on the line.

1. 1.

   Which word means almost the same as "happy"?

   • tired
   • sad
   • glad
2. 2.

   Which word means the opposite of "quick"?

   • slow
   • fast
   • loud
3. 3.

   How are "large" and "big" related?

   • They are opposites.
   • They are not related.
   • They mean about the same.
4. 4.

   Which word can replace "begin" and keep the meaning? "The lesson will begin after lunch."

   • finish
   • carry
   • start
5. 5.

   Which word can replace "quiet" to flip the meaning? "The quiet room helped everyone read."

   • loud
   • dark
   • cold
6. 6.

   Which word means almost the same as "brave"?

   • bold
   • scared
   • kind
7. 7.

   Which word means the opposite of "near"?

   • deep
   • far
   • high
8. 8.

   How are "tidy" and "heavy" related?

   • They are not related.
   • They mean about the same.
   • They are opposites.
9. 9.

   Which word can replace "raise" and keep the meaning? "Please raise your hand before speaking."

   • push
   • throw
   • lift
10. 10.

    "The bright lamp lit the table." Write the word that means the opposite of "bright". Use the letter boxes.