Basic Details
Word: Conjugate
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To change a verb form to show its tense, mood, or subject.
Synonyms: Decline, modify
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Conjugate it up: To prepare or practice varying forms of verbs. Example: "Before the test, let's conjugate it up to get ready!"
- In good conjugation: Refers to being well-prepared or organised. Example: "Her notes were in good conjugation, making it easy to study for the exam."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In English class, we learned how to conjugate the verb "to be" in different tenses.
Example 2: To write proper sentences, you need to conjugate verbs correctly based on the subject.
Example 3: My teacher asked us to conjugate several irregular verbs for our homework.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "conjugate" comes from the Latin word "conjugare," which means "to join together"? It reflects how verbs change form to match their subjects.
Famous Quote
"Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." Rudyard Kipling
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "conjugate" mean?
a) To change a verb form
b) To write a poem
c) To read a book
d) To draw a picture
Answer: a) To change a verb form
2. Which of these is a synonym of "conjugate"?
a) Jump
b) Modify
c) Swim
d) Run
Answer: b) Modify
3. Which sentence uses "conjugate" correctly?
a) We conjugate songs in music class.
b) Its important to conjugate verbs in our writing.
c) He likes to conjugate during lunch.
d) She can conjugate a sandwich.
Answer: b) Its important to conjugate verbs in our writing.
4. Which phrase means to practice different forms of verbs?
a) Conjugate it up
b) Go for a walk
c) Take a nap
d) Solve a puzzle
Answer: a) Conjugate it up
5. What is the opposite of "conjugate"?
a) N/A
b) Complicate
c) Separate
d) Mix
Answer: a) N/A
