Basic Details
Word: Water
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A clear liquid that is essential for plants, animals, and humans to live.
Synonyms: H2O, aqua, liquid
Antonyms: Drought, dryness
Idioms and Phrases
- Water under the bridge: Refers to past events that are no longer significant. Example: "We had our disagreements, but that's water under the bridge now."
- Can't get water from a stone: Means it is impossible to extract what is not available. Example: "There’s no point in asking for more money; you can’t get water from a stone."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The lake was full of clear water, perfect for swimming on a hot day.
Example 2: Animals came to the river to drink water after a long, dry summer.
Example 3: It is important to drink enough water each day to stay healthy and hydrated.
Fun Fact
Did you know that water covers about 71% of the Earth's surface and is vital for all known forms of life?
Famous Quote
"Thousands have lived without love, not one without water." W. H. Auden
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "water" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A clear liquid essential for life
c) A kind of rock
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) A clear liquid essential for life
2. Which of these is a synonym of "water"?
a) H2O
b) Bread
c) Gold
d) Salt
Answer: a) H2O
3. Which sentence uses "water" correctly?
a) The water is running fast in the garden.
b) The water can fly in the sky.
c) I saw a water on the tree.
d) The water was singing a song.
Answer: a) The water is running fast in the garden.
4. Which idiom means something lost long ago that is no longer important?
a) Water under the bridge
b) Watershed moment
c) Waterfall effect
d) Water off a duck's back
Answer: a) Water under the bridge
5. What is the opposite of "water"?
a) N/A
b) Fire
c) Drought
d) Ice
Answer: c) Drought
