Basic Details
Word: Frigid
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very cold in temperature; extremely chilly.
Synonyms: Icy, chilly, freezing, cold
Antonyms: Warm, hot, tropical
Idioms and Phrases
- Frigid reception: A situation where someone is met with a cold or unfriendly response. Example: "When the new teacher arrived, she received a frigid reception from the students who were not very welcoming."
- Frigid air: Referring to very cold and unpleasant air. Example: "The frigid air made us bundle up in our thickest coats before heading outside."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The frigid temperatures in winter often make it difficult for people to spend time outside.
Example 2: In the frigid waters of the Arctic, only a few creatures can survive.
Example 3: She shivered in the frigid wind and wished she had worn a warmer jacket.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "frigid" comes from the Latin word "frigidus," which means "cold"? It has been used in English since the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco." Mark Twain
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "frigid" mean?
a) Warm and sunny
b) Very cold
c) Wet and rainy
d) Hot and humid
Answer: b) Very cold
2. Which of these is a synonym of "frigid"?
a) Chilly
b) Comfortable
c) Warm
d) Pleasant
Answer: a) Chilly
3. Which is an antonym of "frigid"?
a) Freezing
b) Nippy
c) Tropical
d) Icy
Answer: c) Tropical
4. Which sentence correctly uses the word "frigid"?
a) The frigid sun warmed my skin.
b) They enjoyed a frigid ice cream during summer.
c) The frigid weather made everyone stay indoors.
d) She was feeling frigid after her long day.
Answer: c) The frigid weather made everyone stay indoors.
5. Which idiom refers to an unfriendly response?
a) Frigid reception
b) Warm welcome
c) As cool as a cucumber
d) In the heat of the moment
Answer: a) Frigid reception
