Basic Details
Word: Himself
Part of Speech: Pronoun
Meaning: Used when the subject of the sentence is the same person as the object, referring to a male person.
Synonyms: Himself, him (reflexively)
Antonyms: Herself, yourself (referring to a female or non-male)
Idioms and Phrases
- Be himself: To act in a natural and genuine way. Example: "At the party, he felt comfortable enough to be himself and enjoy the festivities."
- Find himself: To discover ones true identity or purpose. Example: "After travelling for a year, he finally found himself and knew what he wanted to do."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He looked in the mirror and told himself that he could do anything he set his mind to.
Example 2: During the discussion, he reminded himself to stay calm and listen to others.
Example 3: The artist expressed himself through his paintings, which showcased his unique perspective.
Fun Fact
The word "himself" is a reflexive pronoun that not only emphasizes the subject but also shows that the action is performed by the subject on themselves. It has Old English origins, derived from "him" and the suffix "-self."
Famous Quote
"To be yourself in a world that is trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "himself" mean?
a) A female
b) A male object
c) A male referring to himself
d) A group of people
Answer: c) A male referring to himself
2. Which of these is a synonym of "himself"?
a) Herself
b) Themself
c) Him
d) Ourself
Answer: c) Him
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "himself"?
a) Herself
b) Personally
c) Themselves
d) Yourself
Answer: a) Herself
4. Which sentence uses "himself" correctly?
a) He looked at himself in the reflection.
b) They enjoyed themselves at the picnic.
c) She painted herself as a superhero.
d) The dog chased himself in the garden.
Answer: a) He looked at himself in the reflection.
5. Which idiom means to act naturally?
a) Be himself
b) Find himself
c) Jump in the air
d) Play it cool
Answer: a) Be himself
