Synonymous ( page 349 ).
Questions.
1. Are there any synonymous words in the strict sense of the term? 2. What is meant by synonymous words? 3. What are the two common faults with reference to synonymous words or synonyms?
Examples.
The great source of a loose style is the injudicious use of those words termed ——.
To raise, with fitting observances, over the ruins of the historic fortress [Sumter] the —— flag which had waved over it during its first bombardment.