Basic Details
Word: Amazing
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is very surprising or wonderful.
Synonyms: Incredible, astonishing, remarkable
Antonyms: Boring, uninteresting, ordinary
Idioms and Phrases
- Simply amazing: Used to express utmost admiration or surprise. Example: "The magician's tricks were simply amazing, leaving everyone in awe."
- Amazing grace: Refers to a remarkable kindness or mercy. Example: "She showed amazing grace while helping her friend through a difficult time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely amazing, taking everyone's breath away.
Example 2: It was amazing how quickly the team completed the project ahead of schedule.
Example 3: Everyone agreed that the fireworks display on New Year's Eve was simply amazing.
Fun Fact
The word "amazing" comes from the Old English word "amasian," which means to confuse or bewilder. Over time, it evolved to mean something that causes astonishment or admiration.
Famous Quote
"It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit." Ronald Reagan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "amazing" mean?
a) Very boring
b) Very surprising or wonderful
c) Very common
d) Very dull
Answer: b) Very surprising or wonderful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "amazing"?
a) Incredible
b) Regular
c) Commonplace
d) Plain
Answer: a) Incredible
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "amazing"?
a) Extraordinary
b) Unremarkable
c) Wonderful
d) Stupendous
Answer: b) Unremarkable
4. Which sentence uses "amazing" correctly?
a) The amazing flower turned into a cat.
b) The amazing athlete broke the world record in the race.
c) The amazing studied all night.
d) The amazing tried to fly a kite.
Answer: b) The amazing athlete broke the world record in the race.
5. Which idiom relates to "amazing"?
a) Amazing grace
b) All in a day's work
c) In the same boat
d) Piece of cake
Answer: a) Amazing grace
