Basic Details
Word: Beautiful
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Pleasing to the senses or mind; very attractive or appealing.
Synonyms: Attractive, lovely, pretty, stunning
Antonyms: Ugly, unattractive
Idioms and Phrases
- Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: This means that different people have different ideas about what is beautiful. Example: "Some people think classical paintings are beautiful, while others prefer modern art; beauty is in the eye of the beholder."
- Beauty for ashes: This phrase refers to a situation where something bad turns into something good. Example: "After losing her job, she found a better one; it was truly beauty for ashes."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The garden was filled with beautiful flowers of every colour, making it a joyful place to visit.
Example 2: She wore a beautiful dress to the party that made her look even more stunning.
Example 3: The view from the top of the mountain was so beautiful that we all paused to take photos.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "beautiful" comes from the Old French word "bealte," which means beauty? It has been used in the English language since the 14th century, showing how long people have appreciated beauty in various forms.
Famous Quote
"Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it." - Confucius
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "beautiful" mean?
a) Very large
b) Pleasing to the senses
c) Cold and uninviting
d) Loud and noisy
Answer: b) Pleasing to the senses
2. Which of these is a synonym of "beautiful"?
a) Ugly
b) Lovely
c) Boring
d) Ordinary
Answer: b) Lovely
3. Which sentence uses "beautiful" correctly?
a) The beautiful sun is setting in the sky.
b) The beautiful car ran very fast.
c) The beautiful dog has a strong bark.
d) The beautiful book was on the shelf.
Answer: a) The beautiful sun is setting in the sky.
4. Which idiom suggests that beauty varies in opinion?
a) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
b) Beauty for ashes
c) A thing of beauty
d) A beautiful sunset
Answer: a) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
5. What is the opposite of "beautiful"?
a) Attractive
b) Stunning
c) Ugly
d) Lovely
Answer: c) Ugly
