Basic Details
Word: Disposable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is designed to be used once or a few times and then thrown away.
Synonyms: Single-use, throwaway, temporary
Antonyms: Reusable, permanent, durable
Idioms and Phrases
- Disposable income: Money that is available to spend after essential expenses have been paid. Example: "With her new job, she finally has some disposable income to save for a holiday."
- Disposable society: Refers to a culture that frequently throws things away rather than recycling or reusing them. Example: "Many argue that we live in a disposable society, where everything is made to be used and discarded."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Many cafes offer disposable cups for customers who want to take their drinks on the go.
Example 2: The party was filled with colourful disposable plates and cutlery, making the clean-up easy.
Example 3: Due to environmental concerns, businesses are encouraged to reduce their use of disposable plastic products.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first disposable product was actually the disposable razor, invented in the early 20th century? It revolutionised the shaving process and led to the creation of many other disposable items!
Famous Quote
"We are drowning in information, while starving for wisdom. The world henceforth will be dominated by disposables." Marshall McLuhan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "disposable" mean?
a) Something that lasts a long time
b) Something that cannot be used
c) Something designed to be used once and thrown away
d) Something that is always kept
Answer: c) Something designed to be used once and thrown away
2. Which of these is a synonym of "disposable"?
a) Permanent
b) Single-use
c) Valuable
d) Cherished
Answer: b) Single-use
3. What is an antonym for "disposable"?
a) Temporary
b) Reusable
c) Single-use
d) Plastic
Answer: b) Reusable
4. Which sentence uses "disposable" correctly?
a) She bought a beautiful disposable dress.
b) He recycled a disposable bottle after using it.
c) The disposable car was very fast.
d) I need a disposable laptop for my studies.
Answer: b) He recycled a disposable bottle after using it.
5. What does "disposable income" refer to?
a) Money needed for bills
b) Money left to spend after expenses
c) Money that is not needed
d) Money spent on essentials
Answer: b) Money left to spend after expenses
