Library Research Guide
Synonyms make your list of keywords longer. More keywords = better searching = more results. Look at the example below to get an idea of how synonyms can broaden your understanding of a given concept:
Our Advice:
Consider the following when building your list of keywords:
Many library resources offer the option to combine your keywords using AND, OR, & NOT. This can also be useful when searching online.
This brief video (0:59) from the University Library at UNC Greensboro explains how to turn your research question into useful keywords.
If you would like more practice with keywords, check out the rest of their tutorial!