Basic Details
Word: Heiress
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A woman who will receive money, property, or a title from her family when they pass away.
Synonyms: Beneficiary, inheritor, co-heir
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Born with a silver spoon in her mouth: Refers to someone who is born into a wealthy family. Example: "As an heiress, she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth and had everything she ever wanted."
- Cash cow: Refers to a reliable source of income, often used in relation to businesses or investments. Example: "Her inheritance from her family's estate became a cash cow, ensuring her financial stability."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The young heiress attended the gala in a stunning gown, attracting much attention.
Example 2: After her parents passed away, she became the sole heiress to the family fortune.
Example 3: Many people were surprised to discover that the quiet girl at school was actually an heiress to a vast estate.
Fun Fact
The word "heiress" comes from the Old French word "heir" which means "one who inherits," and it has been used in English since the late 14th century to refer specifically to women.
Famous Quote
"An heiress is a woman who is a rich relative of a man who has not yet made a name for himself." - James Goldsmith
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "heiress" mean?
a) A female worker
b) A woman who inherits money or property
c) A type of plant
d) A person who travels
Answer: b) A woman who inherits money or property
2. Which of these is a synonym of "heiress"?
a) Beneficiary
b) Lawyer
c) Teacher
d) Farmer
Answer: a) Beneficiary
3. Which sentence uses "heiress" correctly?
a) The heiress cooked dinner for her friends.
b) The heiress became famous for her singing.
c) The heiress inherited a vast fortune from her grandfather.
d) The heiress plans to fix cars for a living.
Answer: c) The heiress inherited a vast fortune from her grandfather.
4. Which idiom refers to someone born into wealth?
a) Cash cow
b) Born with a silver spoon in her mouth
c) A drop in the ocean
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: b) Born with a silver spoon in her mouth
5. What is the opposite of "heiress"?
a) N/A
b) Recipient
c) Heir
d) Peasant
Answer: a) N/A
