Basic Details
Word: Entangled
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Mixed up or caught together in a way that makes it difficult to separate.
Synonyms: Twisted, tangled, ensnared
Antonyms: Untangled, free, clear
Idioms and Phrases
- Entangled in knots: To be confused or trapped in a difficult situation. Example: "She felt entangled in knots trying to solve the tricky puzzle."
- Entangled strings: Referring to relationships or situations where connections are complicated. Example: "The project became an entangled string of ideas that made it hard to understand."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The puppy got entangled in its own leash while trying to chase a butterfly.
Example 2: The climber's rope became entangled with the branches of the tree.
Example 3: The artist's thoughts were entangled, making it hard for her to express her ideas on canvas.
Fun Fact
Did you know that tangled up wires are one of the most common frustrations in technology? People often find their headphones or charger cables entangled in their bags!
Famous Quote
"Some people are so entangled in their own webs of deceit that they forget the truth entirely." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "entangled" mean?
a) Clear and free
b) Mixed up or caught together
c) Bright and shining
d) Large and heavy
Answer: b) Mixed up or caught together
2. Which of these is a synonym of "entangled"?
a) Untangled
b) Twisted
c) Free
d) Clear
Answer: b) Twisted
3. Which of these is an antonym of "entangled"?
a) Ensnared
b) Tangled
c) Free
d) Mixed
Answer: c) Free
4. Which sentence uses "entangled" correctly?
a) The fisherman caught a big fish that was entangled in the net.
b) The cat entangled up the mountain.
c) The singer sang an entangled song.
d) The book was entangled with many pictures.
Answer: a) The fisherman caught a big fish that was entangled in the net.
5. Which idiom refers to a complicated situation?
a) Entangled in knots
b) As tall as a tree
c) Busy as a bee
d) Jumping the gun
Answer: a) Entangled in knots
