Basic Details
Word: Droplet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small drop of liquid.
Synonyms: Drop, bead, globule
Antonyms: Flood, deluge
Idioms and Phrases
- Not a single droplet: Indicates that there is not even a tiny amount of something. Example: "After the long hike, he realised he had not a single droplet of water left."
- Every drop counts: A reminder that even small contributions are valuable. Example: "When cleaning up the beach, remember that every drop counts in keeping our oceans safe."
Usage Examples
Example 1: A droplet of water fell from the leaf after the rain shower.
Example 2: The scientist carefully examined each droplet under the microscope to study its properties.
Example 3: She was excited when she saw a droplet of dew sparkling on the grass in the morning sun.
Fun Fact
Did you know that a droplet is typically 0.05 to 0.1 millilitres in volume? Despite their small size, droplets play a crucial role in weather patterns and the water cycle.
Famous Quote
"The drop expands the stream, and the stream becomes a river." - Italian Proverb
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "droplet" mean?
a) A large pool of liquid
b) A small drop of liquid
c) A hard object
d) None of the above
Answer: b) A small drop of liquid
2. Which of these is a synonym of "droplet"?
a) Flood
b) Bead
c) River
d) Ocean
Answer: b) Bead
3. What is an antonym of "droplet"?
a) Bead
b) Flood
c) Drop
d) Mist
Answer: b) Flood
4. In which sentence is "droplet" used correctly?
a) The droplet fell quickly from the sky.
b) The droplet flew through the air.
c) The droplet danced on the music.
d) The droplet built a house.
Answer: a) The droplet fell quickly from the sky.
5. What does the idiom "every drop counts" mean?
a) Only large contributions matter.
b) Small efforts are important too.
c) Drops cannot be counted.
d) Water is not valuable.
Answer: b) Small efforts are important too.
