paronym (Meaning)
Wordnet
paronym (n)
a word that strongly resembles another word in spelling
Webster
paronym (n.)
A paronymous word.
Synonyms & Antonyms of paronym
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
paronym Sentence Examples
- The "hole" in my sock was actually a "whole" new level of annoyance.
- "Base" and "bass" are paronyms that can lead to confusion in music.
- The "fair" was a lot of fun, but the "fare" home was expensive.
- The "wind" blew through the trees, making a "wail" that sounded like crying.
- The "seek" function in the software seemed to "reek" of errors.
- The "site" of the accident was marked with a "sight" that made people gasp.
- The "peace" of the morning was shattered by the "piece" of glass that fell from the window.
- The "fairness" of the judge was doubted due to his "fares" outside the courtroom.
- The "steal" of the day at the market was a beautiful "steel" pan.
- The "wear" of the old car was evident in its faded "ware."
FAQs About the word paronym
a word that strongly resembles another word in spellingA paronymous word.
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No antonyms found.
The "hole" in my sock was actually a "whole" new level of annoyance.
"Base" and "bass" are paronyms that can lead to confusion in music.
The "fair" was a lot of fun, but the "fare" home was expensive.
The "wind" blew through the trees, making a "wail" that sounded like crying.
