Basic Details
Word: Consign
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To give something over to someone else's care or control, often for a specific purpose.
Synonyms: Deliver, assign, send
Antonyms: Retain, withhold
Idioms and Phrases
- Consign to the dustbin: To dismiss something as unimportant or reject it completely. Example: "After reviewing the project, the manager decided to consign it to the dustbin."
- Consigned to oblivion: To be forgotten or no longer remembered. Example: "Many old traditions have been consigned to oblivion over the years."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The artist decided to consign several of her paintings to the gallery for an exhibition.
Example 2: After packing the books, he will consign them to the delivery service for shipping.
Example 3: They consigned the old furniture to a charity shop to help those in need.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "consign" comes from the Latin verb "consignare," meaning "to mark with a seal"? It reflects the historical practice of sealing documents to signify trust and the transfer of ownership.
Famous Quote
"We are all made to do great things, and we must consign ourselves to that path." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "consign" mean?
a) To keep something safe
b) To give something for someone else to manage
c) To break something
d) To throw away
Answer: b) To give something for someone else to manage
2. Which of these is a synonym of "consign"?
a) Reject
b) Deliver
c) Keep
d) Refuse
Answer: b) Deliver
3. What is an antonym of "consign"?
a) Send
b) Assign
c) Retain
d) Allow
Answer: c) Retain
4. Which sentence uses "consign" correctly?
a) She decided to consign her research to a famous scientist.
b) He consigned a flower on the table.
c) They consigned very loudly at the event.
d) The dog consigned to the ball.
Answer: a) She decided to consign her research to a famous scientist.
5. What does "consigned to oblivion" mean?
a) Remembered forever
b) Made popular
c) Forgotten
d) Loved by many
Answer: c) Forgotten
