Basic Details
Word: Convenient
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is easy to use or helps you to save time or effort.
Synonyms: Handy, useful, appropriate
Antonyms: Inconvenient, troublesome
Idioms and Phrases
- Convenient truth: A fact that is true but is often overlooked because it is easy or comfortable to ignore. Example: "It's a convenient truth that we sometimes choose what we want to hear."
- At your convenience: When it suits you best to do something. Example: "You can return the book at your convenience, just make sure to bring your library card."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new bus route is very convenient, making it easier for students to get to school.
Example 2: Having a microwave in the kitchen is convenient for quickly heating up meals.
Example 3: I always choose a hotel that is convenient to the city centre so I can visit more attractions.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "convenient" comes from the Latin word "convenire," which means "to come together"? It reflects the idea of things fitting well together for ease and suitability.
Famous Quote
"Convenience is the enemy of creativity." F. Scott Fitzgerald
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "convenient" mean?
a) Difficult to use
b) Easy to use
c) Expensive to maintain
d) Unpleasant to deal with
Answer: b) Easy to use
2. Which of these is a synonym of "convenient"?
a) Difficult
b) Handy
c) Complicated
d) Messy
Answer: b) Handy
3. Which word is an antonym of "convenient"?
a) Handy
b) Useful
c) Troublesome
d) Suitable
Answer: c) Troublesome
4. Which sentence uses "convenient" correctly?
a) The book was very convenient to read.
b) The chair was convenient and sat well.
c) The schedule is convenient for me to go out.
d) The food was very convenient, it took long to cook.
Answer: c) The schedule is convenient for me to go out.
5. Which idiom means the same as "convenient"?
a) At your convenience
b) Cooked to perfection
c) All in good time
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) At your convenience
