Basic Details
Word: Blissful
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Extremely happy; full of joy.
Synonyms: Joyful, elated, content
Antonyms: Unhappy, miserable, sad
Idioms and Phrases
- Blissful ignorance: Not knowing something because it makes you feel happier. Example: "Sometimes, blissful ignorance is better than knowing the harsh truths."
- In blissful harmony: Living or working together peacefully and happily. Example: "The villagers lived in blissful harmony, sharing everything with one another."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children had a blissful day at the park, playing and laughing together.
Example 2: She felt blissful as she watched the sunset, surrounded by her closest friends.
Example 3: Their blissful wedding ceremony was filled with love and happiness from family and friends.
Fun Fact
The word bliss comes from the Old English term "blths," which means joyful or cheerful, and has been used for centuries to describe a state of perfect happiness or joy.
Famous Quote
"The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves." - Victor Hugo
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blissful" mean?
a) Extremely happy
b) Very tired
c) Quite sad
d) Doing well in school
Answer: a) Extremely happy
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blissful"?
a) Sad
b) Joyful
c) Angry
d) Confused
Answer: b) Joyful
3. Which of these is an antonym of "blissful"?
a) Cheerful
b) Unhappy
c) Excited
d) Content
Answer: b) Unhappy
4. Which sentence uses "blissful" correctly?
a) The blissful dog barked happily at everyone.
b) She felt blissful after her favourite show ended.
c) The blissful cake was made of chocolate.
d) He was blissful to help his friend with homework.
Answer: a) The blissful dog barked happily at everyone.
5. What does "blissful ignorance" mean?
a)Knowing many things
b)Being unhappy about knowing
c)Not knowing things that could cause unhappiness
d)Understanding everything clearly
Answer: c) Not knowing things that could cause unhappiness
