Unit 3: Defining a Research Topic

Lesson 4: Identify Synonyms


Now make a list of terms that are synonymous with, or similar to, the keywords you have identified. Brainstorm as many synonyms and related words for each concept as possible. Since few synonyms are exact, you will need to think of both narrower and broader terms. But don’t worry if you cannot come up with synonyms for certain terms. Some concepts, such as tinnitus, really only have one word to describe them.

Examples

Drinking
Alcoholism
Substance abuse
Drug abuse
Intoxication
Addition
Drunkenness

Driving
Automobile
Vehicle
Transportation
Traffic accidents
Traffic safety
Traffic violations

Drinking & Driving
Drunk driving
Alcoholism and crime
Drinking and Traffic accidents
Automobile drivers and Drug abuse
DUI (Driving Under the Influence)
Traffic accidents and Alcoholism

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