Spell Bee Word: creature

Basic Details

Word: Creature

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A living being, especially an animal.

Synonyms: Being, organism, critter

Antonyms: Inanimate object, non-living thing

Idioms and Phrases

1. Strange creature: Refers to someone or something that is very unusual or peculiar. Example: "He has a strange creature when it comes to his fashion sense, wearing hats that no one else would dare to wear."
2. Creature of habit: A person who tends to always do the same things in the same way. Example: "Shes a creature of habit, always having tea at the same time every day."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The dolphin is a highly intelligent creature known for its playful nature.

Example 2: In the forest, we saw many creatures, including rabbits, deer, and various birds.

Example 3: The scientist studied the tiny creature under a microscope to learn more about its behaviour.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "creature" comes from the Latin word "creatura," which means "something created"? It's often used in stories to refer to mythical beings, like dragons and unicorns!

Famous Quote

"The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens." - Baha'u'llah

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "creature" mean?

a) A type of plant
b) A living being
c) A mineral
d) A man-made object

Answer: b) A living being

2. Which of these is a synonym of "creature"?

a) Automobile
b) Being
c) Fruit
d) Furniture

Answer: b) Being

3. Which of the following is an antonym of "creature"?

a) Animal
b) Inanimate object
c) Organism
d) Human

Answer: b) Inanimate object

4. Which sentence uses "creature" correctly?

a) The creature flew over the rainbow.
b) The creature of my toy is very colourful.
c) The creature crawled slowly across the path.
d) The creature ran like the wind.

Answer: c) The creature crawled slowly across the path.

5. What does the idiom "creature of habit" mean?

a) Someone who enjoys nature
b) Someone who likes new experiences
c) Someone who always does the same things
d) Someone who is afraid of change

Answer: c) Someone who always does the same things