1. Which word in a synonymic group is considered to be the dominant synonym? What are its characteristic features?
2. Can the dominant synonym be substituted for certain other members of a group of synonyms? Is the criterion of interchangeability applicable in this case?
3. Which words are called euphemisms? What are their two main types? What function do they perform in speech? What is the effect of overusing' euphemisms in speech?
4. Show that euphemisms may be regarded as a subtype of synonyms. Which type of connotation is characteristic for them?
5. Which words do we usually classify as antonyms? Give your own examples of such words.
6. To which parts of speech do most antonyms belong? How do you account for this?
7. Antonyms characterized by common occurrences may be said to possess certain "reflected associations". Explain what is meant by this phrase.
8. Explain why antonyms can be regarded as an important group of the language's expressive means. Illustrate your answer with your own examples.