Easier English Basic Synonyms

Antonym:
lead
to go in front to show someone the way
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fragile
adjective
Synonyms: fragile, delicate, breakable, flimsy
Antonyms: sturdy, strong
Synonyms:
fragile
made from materials that are easily broken
Be careful when you’re packing these plates – they’re very fragile.
delicate
made from materials that are thin and light and easily damaged
a delicate fabric 
쑗
 delicate skin
breakable
that can break easily
glasses and other breakable items
flimsy
likely to break because of being badly made
The shelter was a flimsy construction of bamboo and leaves.
Antonyms:
sturdy
well made and not easily damaged
strong
with a lot of strength and not easy to damage
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friend
noun
Synonyms: friend, acquaintance, companion, mate, pal
Antonym: stranger
Synonyms:
friend
a person that you know well and like
She’s my best friend. 
쑗
 We’re going on holiday with some friends from
work.
acquaintance
a person you know slightly
She has many acquaintances at the sports club but no real friends.
companion
a person who is with someone
She turned to her companion and said a few words. 
쑗
 My travelling
companion spent the whole journey sleeping.