Spell Bee Word: actual

Basic Details

Word: Actual

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Real or true; not false or imagined.

Synonyms: Real, genuine, authentic

Antonyms: Fake, imaginary, false

Idioms and Phrases

1. In actual fact: This phrase means "in reality" or "actually". Example: "In actual fact, she was the one who finished the project first."
2. As a matter of fact: This is used to emphasise that something is true. Example: "As a matter of fact, I do enjoy reading books on history."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The actual cost of the trip was much higher than we expected.

Example 2: She was surprised to see the actual winner of the tournament was someone she didn't know.

Example 3: The actual size of the painting was much larger than the photo suggested.

Fun Fact

The word "actual" comes from the Latin word "actus," which means "doing" or "deed." It initially referred to something being real or active.

Famous Quote

"Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away." - Philip K. Dick

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "actual" mean?

a) Imaginary
b) Real
c) Colourful
d) Strange

Answer: b) Real

2. Which of these is a synonym of "actual"?

a) Fake
b) Genuine
c) Temporary
d) Unusual

Answer: b) Genuine

3. Which sentence uses "actual" correctly?

a) The actual cat danced on the table.
b) The actual answer to the riddle was simple.
c) The actual car can fly.
d) The actual cake tasted like cardboard.

Answer: b) The actual answer to the riddle was simple.

4. Which idiom means the same as "actual"?

a) In actual fact
b) A matter of time
c) Break a leg
d) Piece of cake

Answer: a) In actual fact

5. What is the opposite of "actual"?

a) Real
b) Imaginary
c) Genuine
d) Authentic

Answer: b) Imaginary