Semantic Word Map

Word Web A word web is a diagram showing how one word may be linked to several other groups of words. For example, the word like can be linked to words with the prefix dis- (dislike) and can also be linked to words with the suffix –able. (likeable) In addition, it can be found in other words such as: likelihood, alike, childlike, ladylike, etc.

binoculars

bicycle

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section

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cyclops

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recycle

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Directions: Using the word list below, answer the questions on the back of the page based on the word web.