Basic Details
Word: Hard
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Firm or solid; difficult to do or understand.
Synonyms: Tough, solid, difficult, challenging
Antonyms: Easy, soft, gentle
Idioms and Phrases
- Hard nut to crack: Refers to a difficult problem or person to deal with. Example: "Solving the mystery was a hard nut to crack for the detective."
- Hard as nails: Used to describe someone who is very tough or strong, both physically or emotionally. Example: "Despite facing many challenges, she remained hard as nails and never gave up."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The rock was so hard that it took a hammer and chisel to break it.
Example 2: Studying for the exam was hard, but I know it will pay off in the end.
Example 3: The hard choices we make today will shape our future.
Fun Fact
Did you know that diamonds are the hardest natural substance on Earth? They rate a 10 on the Mohs scale of hardness!
Famous Quote
"It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." Charles Darwin (This quote speaks to the idea that sometimes hard situations require us to adapt and grow.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hard" mean?
a) Soft and fluffy
b) Firm and solid
c) Bright and colourful
d) Warm and cosy
Answer: b) Firm and solid
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hard"?
a) Tough
b) Soft
c) Simple
d) Light
Answer: a) Tough
3. Which of these is an antonym of "hard"?
a) Difficult
b) Easy
c) Challenging
d) Tough
Answer: b) Easy
4. Which sentence uses "hard" correctly?
a) The hard pillow was very comfortable.
b) It was hard to solve the puzzle in time.
c) He found the hard to eat soup.
d) The hard ran quickly to the finish line.
Answer: b) It was hard to solve the puzzle in time.
5. What does the idiom "hard as nails" mean?
a) Very fragile
b) Extremely soft
c) Very tough or strong
d) Very light
Answer: c) Very tough or strong
