Basic Details
Word: Exclamation
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A sudden cry or remark expressing strong emotion.
Synonyms: Interjection, shout, cry, expression
Antonyms: Statement, declaration, assertion
Idioms and Phrases
- Shout out loud: To express something very passionately or loudly. Example: "He couldn’t contain his excitement and gave a shout out loud when he won the prize."
- Pipe up: To suddenly speak or shout out, usually in a group. Example: "During the meeting, she piped up with an interesting idea that everyone loved."
Usage Examples
Example 1: "Wow!" is an exclamation often used to show surprise or admiration.
Example 2: The children's exclamations filled the air as they opened their gifts on Christmas morning.
Example 3: With a loud exclamation, she jumped up from her chair when she heard the good news.
Fun Fact
Did you know that exclamations can be represented in writing using punctuation marks like exclamation marks (!)? The use of these marks dates back to the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"An exclamation is a word that makes you feel something in your heart." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "exclamation" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A sudden cry expressing strong emotion
c) A simple question
d) A piece of furniture
Answer: b) A sudden cry expressing strong emotion
2. Which of these is a synonym of "exclamation"?
a) Statement
b) Interjection
c) Answer
d) Comment
Answer: b) Interjection
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "exclamation"?
a) Interjection
b) Cry
c) Statement
d) Expression
Answer: c) Statement
4. Which sentence uses "exclamation" correctly?
a) She made an exclamation about the tall building.
b) His exclamation was unbroken.
c) An exclamation can also be a punctuation mark.
d) The exclamation was fast.
Answer: a) She made an exclamation about the tall building.
5. What does the idiom "shout out loud" imply?
a) To whisper a secret
b) To express something passionately
c) To sing quietly
d) To listen carefully
Answer: b) To express something passionately
