Basic Details
Word: Journey
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A trip from one place to another, often involving some travel.
Synonyms: Trip, expedition, voyage
Antonyms: Stay, inaction
Idioms and Phrases
- Life is a journey: Life is filled with experiences and lessons. Example: "Remember, life is a journey, so enjoy every moment along the way."
- Begin the journey: To start a new experience or adventure. Example: "She decided to begin the journey of learning a new language."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Our family plans to take a journey across the country this summer.
Example 2: His journey to become a great artist started when he was just a child.
Example 3: Every journey teaches us something new about ourselves and the world.
Fun Fact
The word "journey" originates from the Old French word "jornee," which means 'a day's travel' or 'day's work'. It has evolved to mean long travels and adventures over time.
Famous Quote
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Lao Tzu
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "journey" mean?
a) A type of music
b) A trip from one place to another
c) A kind of food
d) A style of dance
Answer: b) A trip from one place to another
2. Which of these is a synonym of "journey"?
a) Trip
b) House
c) Car
d) Game
Answer: a) Trip
3. Which sentence uses "journey" correctly?
a) The journey was filled with exciting new experiences.
b) I had a journey to the store to buy ingredients.
c) We journeyed the book to our classmates.
d) The cat journeyed across the street quickly.
Answer: a) The journey was filled with exciting new experiences.
4. Which idiom means that life is full of experiences?
a) Life is a journey
b) A journey of a thousand miles
c) Take it easy
d) In the long run
Answer: a) Life is a journey
5. What is the opposite of "journey"?
a) Action
b) Journeying
c) Stay
d) Movement
Answer: c) Stay
