Basic Details
Word: Entering
Part of Speech: Verb (Present Participle)
Meaning: The act of going into a place or starting to be involved in something.
Synonyms: Coming in, Joining, Getting in
Antonyms: Exiting, Leaving, Departing
Idioms and Phrases
- Entering the lion's den: To go into a situation that is very dangerous or difficult. Example: "By confronting the difficult teacher, she felt like she was entering the lion's den."
- Enter stage left: To appear suddenly, especially in a surprising way. Example: "Just as the meeting was ending, he entered stage left with an important announcement."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Entering the classroom, the students quickly took their seats before the bell rang.
Example 2: She was nervous about entering the competition, but she was excited to show her skills.
Example 3: Entering the concert hall, everyone could feel the excitement in the air.
Fun Fact
The word "enter" comes from the Latin "intrare," which means "to go in," and has been part of the English language since the 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Life is like entering a very different country. You have to learn the rules to live there." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "entering" mean?
a) Coming out of a place
b) Going into a place
c) Leaving a situation
d) Staying away from something
Answer: b) Going into a place
2. Which of these is a synonym of "entering"?
a) Exiting
b) Joining
c) Departing
d) Avoiding
Answer: b) Joining
3. Which word is the opposite of "entering"?
a) Arriving
b) Getting in
c) Leaving
d) Joining
Answer: c) Leaving
4. Which sentence uses "entering" correctly?
a) Entering the park was exciting for the kids.
b) The cat is entering her dream.
c) He is entering on time for dinner.
d) She enjoys entering the game every day.
Answer: a) Entering the park was exciting for the kids.
5. Which idiom suggests caution when entering a difficult situation?
a) Enter stage left
b) Entering the lion's den
c) Enter a new phase
d) Entering the picture
Answer: b) Entering the lion's den
