Spell Bee Word: frozen

Basic Details

Word: Frozen

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Made very cold so that it becomes solid, typically referring to liquids that turn into ice.

Synonyms: Iced, solidified, chilled

Antonyms: Thawed, melted, warm

Idioms and Phrases

1. Frozen in time: Refers to something that has not changed or moved since a particular moment. Example: "The old clock in the hallway feels like it has been frozen in time for decades."
2. In the frozen wastes: Refers to a very cold, desolate area, often used to describe extreme weather conditions. Example: "They trekked across the frozen wastes of the Arctic in search of adventure."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The lake was frozen over, making it perfect for ice skating in the winter.

Example 2: She took a frozen banana from the freezer to make a smoothie.

Example 3: The flowers were frozen solid after the unexpected frost last night.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "frozen" comes from the Old English word "freosan," which means to "become solid"? This is related to the process of freezing when liquids turn into solids.

Famous Quote

"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson (In a way, this quote reflects being 'frozen' in one's identity amidst chaos.)

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "frozen" mean?

a) Very hot
b) Made very cold and solid
c) Soft and liquid
d) Boiling

Answer: b) Made very cold and solid

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

a) Warm
b) Chilled
c) Liquid
d) Soft

Answer: b) Chilled

3. Which sentence uses "frozen" correctly?

a) The frozen yogurt melted quickly in the sun.
b) The frozen dog barked loudly.
c) The frozen music played beautifully.
d) The frozen car drove past us.

Answer: a) The frozen yogurt melted quickly in the sun.

4. Which idiom refers to something that has not changed?

a) In the frozen wastes
b) Frozen in time
c) Got the frozen bite
d) A frozen heart

Answer: b) Frozen in time

5. What is the opposite of "frozen"?

a) Iced
b) Thawed
c) Solidified
d) Chilled

Answer: b) Thawed