Basic Details
Word: Appointment
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A specific time arranged for someone to meet or see someone else.
Synonyms: Meeting, arrangement, engagement
Antonyms: Cancellation, dismissal
Idioms and Phrases
- Make an appointment: To schedule a meeting. Example: "I need to make an appointment with the dentist for next week."
- Two for the price of one: Refers to receiving two benefits for the cost of one; can be used when an appointment leads to another opportunity. Example: "I had an appointment with my lawyer, but I also got advice about buying a house!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: My mother made an appointment for me to see the doctor about my cough.
Example 2: At the beginning of the year, I always schedule an appointment with my teacher to discuss my progress.
Example 3: The appointment with the careers advisor helped me decide my future studies.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "appointment" comes from the Latin word "adpunctare," which means "to bring to a point"? It refers to setting a specific time for a meeting.
Famous Quote
"It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?" Henry David Thoreau. This quote reminds us that setting appointments can help us focus on what's truly important.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "appointment" mean?
a) A meal
b) A specific time for a meeting
c) A holiday
d) A game
Answer: b) A specific time for a meeting
2. Which of these is a synonym of "appointment"?
a) Meeting
b) Holiday
c) Telephone
d) Party
Answer: a) Meeting
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "appointment"?
a) Meeting
b) Cancellation
c) Engagement
d) Arrangement
Answer: b) Cancellation
4. Which sentence uses "appointment" correctly?
a) I have an appointment to eat dinner.
b) My appointment for teeth cleaning was on Friday.
c) She appointmented the flowers for her garden.
d) The postman delivered an appointment letter.
Answer: b) My appointment for teeth cleaning was on Friday.
5. What does "make an appointment" mean?
a) To forget about a meeting
b) To schedule a meeting
c) To cancel a meeting
d) To have fun
Answer: b) To schedule a meeting
