Basic Details
Word: Fourteen
Part of Speech: Adjective/Noun
Meaning: The number that comes after thirteen and before fifteen; it represents the total quantity of 14.
Synonyms: Fourteen (as a number has no direct synonyms)
Antonyms: Thirteen, Fifteen
Idioms and Phrases
- Fourteen carat: Refers to something that is genuine, high quality or authentic. Example: "His kindness is fourteen carat; he always helps those in need."
- Fourteen days notice: This means giving someone a two-week warning or time to prepare. Example: "She gave her employer fourteen days notice before leaving her job."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The birthday party was fun, and we invited fourteen of our closest friends.
Example 2: In a game of cards, I drew the fourteen of hearts.
Example 3: Fourteen animals were rescued from the shelter and found new homes last weekend.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the number fourteen is the atomic number of silicon? Silicon is an essential element used in computers and solar panels!
Famous Quote
"Fourteen is the essence of life's complexity, where simplicity begins to unravel into endless possibilities." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fourteen" represent?
a) The number after twelve
b) The number before sixteen
c) The total quantity of 14
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
2. Which of these is an antonym of "fourteen"?
a) Thirteen
b) Twelve
c) Seventeen
d) Six
Answer: a) Thirteen
3. Which sentence uses "fourteen" correctly?
a) Fourteen is the best number for my favourite football team.
b) I have fourteen apples in my bag.
c) Fourteen cats were playing outside.
d) Both b and c.
Answer: d) Both b and c.
4. Which idiom refers to something genuine?
a) Fourteen days notice
b) Fourteen carat
c) Fourteen wonders
d) Fourteen waves
Answer: b) Fourteen carat
5. What comes right after fourteen?
a) Thrteen
b) Fifteen
c) Twelve
d) Sixteen
Answer: b) Fifteen
