Basic Details
Word: Sunday
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The day of the week between Saturday and Monday, often considered a day of rest or worship.
Synonyms: Weekend (when referring to Sunday in that context)
Antonyms: Monday (in terms of the start of the workweek)
Idioms and Phrases
- Sunday best: The finest clothes that one wears on special occasions, typically on Sundays. Example: "She wore her Sunday best to church."
- On a Sunday stroll: To take a leisurely walk, often relaxing and enjoyable. Example: "We enjoyed a lovely on a Sunday stroll through the park."
Usage Examples
Example 1: On Sunday, our family goes to Grandma's house for dinner.
Example 2: We like to relax on Sunday before the busy week starts again.
Example 3: Many people go to church on Sunday to worship and gather with friends.
Fun Fact
The name "Sunday" comes from Old English "Sunnandaeg," which means "day of the sun." It was named after the sun, reflecting the day's bright and sunny nature.
Famous Quote
"Sunday clears away the rust of the whole week." - Joseph Addison
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "Sunday" refer to?
a) A type of food
b) A day of the week
c) A clothing brand
d) A colour
Answer: b) A day of the week
2. Which of these can be used as a synonym for "Sunday" in certain contexts?
a) Monday
b) Weekday
c) Weekend
d) Holiday
Answer: c) Weekend
3. Which sentence uses "Sunday" correctly?
a) I'm reading a book on Sunday.
b) The Sunday flew over the moon.
c) Sunday is the coldest month.
d) I dance on Sunday mornings only.
Answer: a) I'm reading a book on Sunday.
4. What does the idiom "Sunday best" refer to?
a) The best food
b) The finest clothes
c) Sunday games
d) Best friends
Answer: b) The finest clothes
5. What is the opposite of "Sunday" in terms of the workweek?
a) Saturday
b) Friday
c) Monday
d) Thursday
Answer: c) Monday
