Spell Bee Word: foretell

Basic Details

Word: Foretell

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To predict or say what will happen in the future.

Synonyms: Predict, prognosticate, forecast

Antonyms: Conceal, ignore, doubt

Idioms and Phrases

1. Foretell the future: To make predictions about what will happen. Example: "The wise man claimed he could foretell the future through his visions."
2. Forewarn is forearmed: Being prepared for something bad that might happen. Example: "She knows the storm is coming; she believes forewarn is forearmed, so she packed an umbrella."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The weather expert can foretell rain by studying the clouds.

Example 2: Some people believe that fortune tellers can foretell events in their lives.

Example 3: The ancient seer would foretell the fate of the kingdom during the festival.

Fun Fact

The word "foretell" comes from the Old English word "forhtellan," which means "to tell beforehand." It highlights humanity's long-standing interest in predicting the future.

Famous Quote

"To foretell the behavior of one's cat is a difficult task." - Robert A. Heinlein

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "foretell" mean?

a) To forget something
b) To predict the future
c) To write a letter
d) To tell a story

Answer: b) To predict the future

2. Which of these is a synonym of "foretell"?

a) Conceal
b) Ignore
c) Predict
d) Doubt

Answer: c) Predict

3. Which word is an antonym of "foretell"?

a) Predict
b) Forewarn
c) Conceal
d) Prognosticate

Answer: c) Conceal

4. Which sentence uses "foretell" correctly?

a) He tried to foretell the outcome of the game.
b) She will foretell her homework later.
c) They foretell the cake with decorations.
d) We foretell our bikes in the garage.

Answer: a) He tried to foretell the outcome of the game.

5. What does "forewarn is forearmed" mean?

a) It is good to be reflected
b) Being prepared for trouble is wise
c) Predicting the future is unnecessary
d) It’s better to be surprised

Answer: b) Being prepared for trouble is wise