Basic Details
Word: Cry
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To make loud sounds of sadness or pain; to shed tears.
Synonyms: Weep, sob, wail
Antonyms: Smile, laugh
Idioms and Phrases
- Cry over spilt milk: To be upset about something that has already happened and cannot be changed. Example: "It's no use crying over spilt milk; we need to move on from our mistakes."
- Cry wolf: To raise a false alarm or ask for help when it is not needed. Example: "He cried wolf so many times that nobody believed him when he really needed help."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The little girl began to cry when she lost her favourite toy at the park.
Example 2: During the sad movie, many people in the audience couldn't help but cry.
Example 3: Seeing the puppy hurt made her cry because she worried about its safety.
Fun Fact
Crying is not only a way to express emotions; it's also a natural way for our body to release stress. Tears can contain hormones and other chemicals that help us feel better!
Famous Quote
"Tears are words that need to be written." - Paulo Coelho
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "cry" mean?
a) To laugh loudly
b) To make loud sounds of sadness
c) To run quickly
d) To play a game
Answer: b) To make loud sounds of sadness
2. Which of these is a synonym of "cry"?
a) Jump
b) Weep
c) Sing
d) Dance
Answer: b) Weep
3. Which sentence uses "cry" correctly?
a) He decided to cry at the party.
b) She will cry when she receives a gift.
c) They cry a lot during the game.
d) The bird began to cry in the tree.
Answer: b) She will cry when she receives a gift.
4. Which idiom means to be upset about something unchangeable?
a) Cry over spilt milk
b) Cry wolf
c) Crybaby
d) Make a cry
Answer: a) Cry over spilt milk
5. What is the opposite of "cry"?
a) Scream
b) Smile
c) Shout
d) Whisper
Answer: b) Smile
