Basic Details
Word: Agile
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Able to move quickly and easily; nimble.
Synonyms: Nimble, quick, spry
Antonyms: Clumsy, slow, sluggish
Idioms and Phrases
- Agile as a gazelle: Used to describe someone who is very quick and graceful in their movements. Example: "The gymnast was agile as a gazelle, performing flips effortlessly."
- Keep on your toes: To stay alert and ready to respond quickly. Example: "In a game of tag, you have to keep on your toes to avoid being caught."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The agile dancer moved gracefully across the stage, captivating the audience with her performance.
Example 2: To win the race, you need to be agile and think on your feet.
Example 3: The rabbit was so agile that it easily dodged the fox chasing it through the meadow.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "agile" comes from the Latin word "agilis," which means "to do" or "to act"? It has been used in English since the late 14th century to describe quickness and ease of movement.
Famous Quote
"It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but rather the one most responsive to change." Charles Darwin
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "agile" mean?
a) Strong and heavy
b) Able to move quickly and easily
c) Very loud
d) Large and slow
Answer: b) Able to move quickly and easily
2. Which of these is a synonym of "agile"?
a) Clumsy
b) Nimble
c) Heavy
d) Shy
Answer: b) Nimble
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "agile"?
a) Quick
b) Spry
c) Sluggish
d) Alert
Answer: c) Sluggish
4. Which sentence uses "agile" correctly?
a) The agile cat climbed up the tall tree with ease.
b) The agile rock lay on the ground.
c) The agile car drove slowly in the traffic.
d) The agile house was colourful.
Answer: a) The agile cat climbed up the tall tree with ease.
5. What does the idiom "keep on your toes" mean?
a) To wear shoes with laces
b) To stay alert and ready to respond quickly
c) To sit down
d) To dance a lot
Answer: b) To stay alert and ready to respond quickly
