Basic Details
Word: Cheetah
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A fast-running animal that is a large cat, known for its speed and spotted coat.
Synonyms: Fast cat, Acinonyx jubatus
Antonyms: Sloth, Tortoise
Idioms and Phrases
- Fast as a cheetah: Used to describe someone or something that is extremely quick. Example: "He ran fast as a cheetah to catch the bus."
- Chasing cheetahs: Refers to putting in a lot of effort to catch up with something you have missed. Example: "She was chasing cheetahs trying to finish her project before the deadline."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The cheetah is the fastest land animal, capable of running up to 60 miles per hour in short bursts.
Example 2: At the wildlife park, we watched a cheetah sprint across the field during a feeding time demonstration.
Example 3: Cheetahs have unique black spots on their golden fur that help them blend into their environment when hunting.
Fun Fact
Did you know that cheetahs have a special adaptation in their body that allows them to take larger strides when they run? This helps them maintain their incredible speed!
Famous Quote
"The cheetah is a marvel of evolution, constantly pushing the limits of speed." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "cheetah" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A fast-running animal
c) A kind of fish
d) A large tree
Answer: b) A fast-running animal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "cheetah"?
a) Elephant
b) Fast cat
c) Tiger
d) Giraffe
Answer: b) Fast cat
3. Which sentence uses "cheetah" correctly?
a) The cheetah leapt through the air like a bird.
b) The cheetah can pass other animals when it runs.
c) The cheetah slowly walked into the water.
d) The cheetah danced gracefully under the moon.
Answer: b) The cheetah can pass other animals when it runs.
4. Which idiom means being extremely quick?
a) Chasing cheetahs
b) Fast as a cheetah
c) A race against time
d) As slow as a snail
Answer: b) Fast as a cheetah
5. What is the opposite of "cheetah"?
a) Lion
b) Sloth
c) Eagle
d) Antelope
Answer: b) Sloth
