Basic Details
Word: Adhesive
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A substance that can stick things together.
Synonyms: Glue, paste, bonding agent
Antonyms: Release, separation, detachment
Idioms and Phrases
- Stuck like glue: To be very close or attached to someone or something. Example: "The child was stuck like glue to her mother during the event."
- Keep it together: To remain calm and not let things fall apart. Example: "Even when the project got complicated, he managed to keep it together."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The adhesive on the label helped it stick firmly to the package.
Example 2: We used an adhesive to fix the broken vase, and now it looks as good as new.
Example 3: In art class, we learned how to use different types of adhesives for our projects.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first known use of adhesive substances goes back to prehistoric times? Ancient humans used natural resins and tree sap to stick objects together long before modern adhesives were invented.
Famous Quote
"Unity is strength... when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved." Mattie Stepanek
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "adhesive" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A substance that can stick things together
c) A kind of animal
d) A form of exercise
Answer: b) A substance that can stick things together
2. Which of these is a synonym of "adhesive"?
a) Knife
b) Glue
c) Paper
d) Pencil
Answer: b) Glue
3. Which word is an antonym of "adhesive"?
a) Sticky
b) Release
c) Bond
d) Attach
Answer: b) Release
4. Which sentence uses "adhesive" correctly?
a) The adhesive was too slippery to hold anything.
b) The adhesive helped the two pieces of wood stay together.
c) I used adhesive to clean my room.
d) The adhesive was the best dancer at the party.
Answer: b) The adhesive helped the two pieces of wood stay together.
5. What does it mean to be "stuck like glue"?
a) To be attached very closely
b) To lose something
c) To be far away
d) To be very angry
Answer: a) To be attached very closely
