Basic Details
Word: Dirty
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not clean; covered with dirt or unclean substances.
Synonyms: Filthy, grubby, unclean
Antonyms: Clean, tidy, spotless
Idioms and Phrases
- Dirty laundry: Refers to personal issues or scandals that should not be publicly shared. Example: "He prefers to keep his dirty laundry private and not discuss his problems with others."
- Get your hands dirty: To become involved in a difficult task or situation. Example: "If you want to help the team, you will need to get your hands dirty and join in the work."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After playing outside all afternoon, my shoes were dirty and needed to be cleaned.
Example 2: The children made a dirty mess while painting, but they had a lot of fun.
Example 3: Its important to wash your hands after touching something dirty to stay healthy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "dirty" is derived from the Old English word "dyrtig," which means "to make foul"? Over time, it has evolved to describe anything that is not clean.
Famous Quote
"Cleanliness is next to godliness." - John Wesley
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dirty" mean?
a) Extremely neat
b) Not clean
c) Very bright
d) Very soft
Answer: b) Not clean
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dirty"?
a) Tidy
b) Filthy
c) Bright
d) Clean
Answer: b) Filthy
3. Which word is an antonym of "dirty"?
a) Messy
b) Spotless
c) Grubby
d) Dusty
Answer: b) Spotless
4. Which sentence correctly uses the word "dirty"?
a) The dirty dish was washed clean.
b) The dirty light was on the table.
c) The dirty child sings beautifully.
d) The dirty flower was blooming.
Answer: a) The dirty dish was washed clean.
5. What does the idiom "get your hands dirty" mean?
a) To wash your hands
b) To become involved in a difficult task
c) To make things messy
d) To play outside
Answer: b) To become involved in a difficult task
