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Multiple Meaning Words

We know that many words that are spelled the same way can have more than one meaning.

They can be homophones:

  • She rose from the table.
  • The rose was a beautiful color.
Or homonyms:

  • I would like to lead the parade.
  • Lead is a kind of metal.
Sometimes they are different parts of speech:

  • Please note the correct spelling. (verb)
  • Write a note for your teacher. (noun)

Choose the word that correctly works in both sentences:

The soldier could not _____________ his post.

The rain made the _______________ bloom.

  1. leave
  2. depart
  3. desert
  4. area
The sound of the water in the ________ was very calming.

On the count of three, we will ___________ into action.

  1. leap
  2. spring
  3. jump
  4. stream
Improve your ___________ strokes to paint well.

Children should _________ their teeth twice a day.

  1. touch
  2. sweep
  3. scrub
  4. brush