Years 3–6 · English
Synonyms and antonyms
NameDate
Write a synonym (S) or antonym (A) as asked.
- 1.big (S)
- 2.happy (S)
- 3.quick (S)
- 4.cold (A)
- 5.ancient (A)
- 6.brave (A)
- 7.said (S)
- 8.generous (A)
- 9.look (S)
- 10.visible (A)
English worksheets · Reception, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
Vocabulary worksheets
Printable vocabulary practice for building a richer word bank: synonyms, antonyms, word families and precise word choice.
Printable vocabulary worksheet
Printable sample · Years 3–6
Synonyms and antonyms
Write a synonym (S) or antonym (A) as asked.
Years 3–6 · EnglishAnswer key
Synonyms and antonyms — answer key
Suggested answers. Accept sensible alternatives where noted.
- 1.big (S)large, huge, enormous
- 2.happy (S)cheerful, glad, joyful
- 3.quick (S)fast, rapid, swift
- 4.cold (A)hot, warm
- 5.ancient (A)modern, new
- 6.brave (A)cowardly, timid
- 7.said (S)replied, whispered, exclaimed
- 8.generous (A)mean, selfish
- 9.look (S)glance, peer, stare
- 10.visible (A)invisible, hidden
Vocabulary
Words for reading and writing
A wide vocabulary helps children understand what they read and express themselves precisely when they write. Younger children name and sort words; older children explore synonyms, antonyms, prefixes and formality.
Talk is the biggest source of new words. Worksheets help children notice and practise words they have already met in conversation and books.
Year-group applicability
Which years practise vocabulary?
Designed around primary-school skill progression; your school's order may differ.
- ReceptionTalk about pictures, name everyday objects and sort words into simple groups.All Reception worksheets →
- Year 3Explore word families, synonyms and word meanings in context.All Year 3 worksheets →
- Year 4Choose precise nouns and verbs and understand how prefixes change meaning.All Year 4 worksheets →
- Year 5Use a thesaurus and dictionary well, and convert nouns or adjectives into verbs with suffixes.All Year 5 worksheets →
- Year 6Recognise synonyms and antonyms and choose vocabulary to suit formality.All Year 6 worksheets →
Last reviewed: 24 September 2026
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Vocabulary answers are suggestions — accept any sensible alternative.
Read aloud, talk about interesting words and encourage children to use new words in their own sentences.