Basic Details
Word: Author
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who writes a book, article, or other piece of writing.
Synonyms: Writer, novelist, creator
Antonyms: Reader, consumer
Idioms and Phrases
- Author of one's own fate: Someone responsible for their own future or situation. Example: "He believes he is the author of his own fate and works hard to achieve his dreams."
- The pen is mightier than the sword: A phrase suggesting that writing is more powerful than violence. Example: "As the author of an influential book, she knew that the pen is mightier than the sword."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The author spent years researching before writing her historical novel.
Example 2: Many students aspire to be an author one day and write their own stories.
Example 3: The award was given to the author for outstanding contributions to children's literature.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "author" comes from the Latin word 'auctor', which means 'creator' or 'master'? This reflects the idea that authors create new worlds and stories through their writings.
Famous Quote
"A writer is somebody for whom writing is more difficult than it is for other people." - Thomas Mann
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "author" mean?
a) A type of insect
b) A person who writes
c) A kind of musical instrument
d) A famous actor
Answer: b) A person who writes
2. Which of these is a synonym of "author"?
a) Reader
b) Writer
c) Audience
d) Editor
Answer: b) Writer
3. Which sentence uses "author" correctly?
a) The author sang a beautiful song.
b) The author explained the story in a clear way.
c) The author jumped over the fence.
d) The author played football.
Answer: b) The author explained the story in a clear way.
4. Which idiom means taking responsibility for one's future?
a) The pen is mightier than the sword
b) Author of one's own fate
c) All that glitters is not gold
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: b) Author of one's own fate
5. What is the opposite of "author"?
a) Writer
b) Editor
c) Reader
d) Poet
Answer: c) Reader
