Basic Details
Word: Alive
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having life; not dead.
Synonyms: Living, animated, existing
Antonyms: Dead, lifeless, inanimate
Idioms and Phrases
- Alive and kicking: To be well and active. Example: "Despite his age, my grandfather is still alive and kicking, enjoying his daily walks."
- Keep the dream alive: To maintain hope and effort towards a goal. Example: "Even when things got tough, she worked hard to keep the dream alive."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The trees and flowers in the garden made the whole place feel alive with colour and fragrance.
Example 2: The puppy was so playful and energetic that it seemed as if it was full of life, truly alive.
Example 3: The stories she shared brought the history of her family alive, making them feel real and close to her.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "alive" comes from the Old English word "on-lf," which means "in life"? It has been used for many centuries to describe the state of being living.
Famous Quote
"To be alive is to be a storyteller." John Truby
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "alive" mean?
a) Lacking life
b) Having life
c) Inanimate object
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) Having life
2. Which of these is a synonym of "alive"?
a) Dead
b) Living
c) Inanimate
d) Dying
Answer: b) Living
3. Which of these is an antonym of "alive"?
a) Animated
b) Existing
c) Dead
d) Thriving
Answer: c) Dead
4. Which sentence uses "alive" correctly?
a) The tree was alive and growing steadily.
b) The alive cat is sleeping.
c) The rock felt alive.
d) The alive watermelon was delicious.
Answer: a) The tree was alive and growing steadily.
5. What does the idiom "alive and kicking" mean?
a) To be extremely tired
b) To be well and active
c) To be quiet and still
d) To be lost in thought
Answer: b) To be well and active
