Basic Details
Word: Friend
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who you like and trust; someone you enjoy spending time with.
Synonyms: Companion, mate, buddy, pal
Antonyms: Enemy, foe, opponent
Idioms and Phrases
- Friends in high places: To have friends who are important or powerful. Example: "She got the job easily; she has friends in high places."
- Fair-weather friend: Someone who is only a friend when it is convenient for them. Example: "He is just a fair-weather friend; he disappears when I need help."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My best friend and I enjoy playing football every weekend at the park.
Example 2: Its important to be a good friend, always being there for those you care about.
Example 3: She introduced me to her friends at school, and we all became close friends over time.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "friend" comes from the Old English word "freond," which means "to love" or "to befriend"? This reflects the deep bonds of affection that friendship represents.
Famous Quote
"A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same." Elbert Hubbard
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "friend" mean?
a) A family member
b) A person you dislike
c) A person you like and trust
d) Someone you compete with
Answer: c) A person you like and trust
2. Which of these is a synonym of "friend"?
a) Companion
b) Stranger
c) Opponent
d) Colleague
Answer: a) Companion
3. What is the opposite of "friend"?
a) Ally
b) Partner
c) Enemy
d) Helper
Answer: c) Enemy
4. Which sentence uses "friend" correctly?
a) My friend likes to read books with me.
b) The friend jumped over the wall.
c) The friend ran away from the party.
d) The friend is a tall tree.
Answer: a) My friend likes to read books with me.
5. Which idiom refers to someone who is only a friend when it is convenient?
a) Friends in high places
b) Fair-weather friend
c) A friend in need
d) A true blue friend
Answer: b) Fair-weather friend
