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reading

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of reading

1 a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
  • a very bizarre reading of one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies by an alternative theater company
Synonyms of reading

account, interpretation, performance, rendition, version
Words Related to reading

adaptation, reworking, variation
2 something assigned to be read or studied
  • make sure you do the assigned reading for tonight
Synonyms of reading

assignment, lesson
Words Related to reading

homework, schoolwork

lecture

drill, exercise, practice (also practise)

étude, study

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