Spell Bee Word: found

Basic Details

Word: Found

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To discover something that was lost or to create something new.

Synonyms: Discover, establish, create

Antonyms: Lose, forfeit

Idioms and Phrases

1. Found a way: To discover a method to solve a problem. Example: "After thinking hard about the puzzle, she finally found a way to finish it."
2. Found wanting: To be inadequate or lacking in some way. Example: "His grades were found wanting, so he had to study harder."

Usage Examples

Example 1: I found my lost toy under the bed after searching for hours.

Example 2: The teacher was proud to have founded a new club for art enthusiasts at school.

Example 3: They found the perfect location to set up their new bakery in the town centre.

Fun Fact

The word "found" comes from the Old English word "fundian," which means "to get, obtain, or discover." It shows how the concept of finding has remained important throughout history.

Famous Quote

"Sometimes, the things you lost, end up finding you." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "found" mean?

a) To lose something
b) To discover something
c) To forget
d) To hide something

Answer: b) To discover something

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

a) Create
b) Lose
c) Ignore
d) Forget

Answer: a) Create

3. Which of the following is an antonym of "found"?

a) Search
b) Discovered
c) Lose
d) Create

Answer: c) Lose

4. Which sentence uses "found" correctly?

a) She found a lovely shell on the beach.
b) He found his shoes missing at the store.
c) They found it difficult to wake up early.
d) She found to a doctor for help.

Answer: a) She found a lovely shell on the beach.

5. What does the idiom "found wanting" mean?

a) To discover something new
b) To be inadequate
c) To create something
d) To hide away

Answer: b) To be inadequate