Basic Details
Word: Flood
Part of Speech: Noun/Verb
Meaning: An overflow of water that covers land that is usually dry; it can also mean to fill something with water.
Synonyms: Deluge, inundation, overflow
Antonyms: Drought, dryness
Idioms and Phrases
- In floods of tears: To cry very heavily. Example: "When she lost her favourite toy, she was in floods of tears."
- Flood of memories: A sudden rush of recollections. Example: "Walking through my old school brought a flood of memories back."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After the heavy rain, the river overflowed, causing a flood in the nearby town.
Example 2: The floodwaters rose rapidly, submerging homes and roads in the area.
Example 3: Farmers often worry about a flood during the rainy season as it can destroy their crops.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the largest flood ever recorded was the 1931 China floods? It affected millions of people and is considered one of the deadliest natural disasters in history!
Famous Quote
"In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer." Albert Camus (This quote highlights resilience, just like communities often show during floods.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "flood" mean?
a) A strong wind
b) An overflow of water
c) A heavy meal
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) An overflow of water
2. Which of these is a synonym of "flood"?
a) Deluge
b) Tsunami
c) Drought
d) Rain
Answer: a) Deluge
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "flood"?
a) River
b) Inundate
c) Drought
d) Rain
Answer: c) Drought
4. Which sentence uses "flood" correctly?
a) The flood made a wonderful painting.
b) The flood was singing lovely songs.
c) The flood covered the fields after the heavy rain.
d) The flood ran down the hill.
Answer: c) The flood covered the fields after the heavy rain.
5. Which idiom means to cry heavily?
a) In floods of tears
b) Flood of memories
c) Under the weather
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) In floods of tears
