Basic Details
Word: Century
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A period of 100 years.
Synonyms: Hundred years, century period
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- At the turn of the century: Referring to the time when one century changes to another. Example: "Many inventions were created at the turn of the century that changed everyday life."
- In this century: Referring to the current hundred-year period. Example: "In this century, technology has advanced more than ever before."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The 21st century began in the year 2001 and will end in 2100.
Example 2: There were many major events that shaped the world during the 20th century.
Example 3: The museum has exhibits from several centuries, showcasing art and culture.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "century" comes from the Latin word "centum," which means "one hundred"? Each century can be divided into ten decades, which are ten-year periods!
Famous Quote
"A century may be taken as a time for great change in society." – Arthur C. Clarke
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "century" mean?
a) A period of 10 years
b) A period of 100 years
c) A type of book
d) A sports competition
Answer: b) A period of 100 years
2. Which of these is a synonym of "century"?
a) Decade
b) Hundred years
c) Year
d) Millennia
Answer: b) Hundred years
3. What is the opposite of "century"?
a) N/A
b) A millennium
c) A decade
d) A month
Answer: a) N/A
4. Which sentence uses "century" correctly?
a) The century is very old now.
b) The century was a great time for artists and inventors.
c) We will watch a century this weekend.
d) She bought a century from the store.
Answer: b) The century was a great time for artists and inventors.
5. What does "at the turn of the century" mean?
a) When a century changes to another
b) A century of sadness
c) A century of joy
d) A century of growth
Answer: a) When a century changes to another
