Basic Details
Word: Hurt
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To cause pain or injury to someone or something.
Synonyms: Injure, wound, damage
Antonyms: Heal, soothe, comfort
Idioms and Phrases
- Hurt feelings: Emotional pain caused by someones comments or actions. Example: "She didnt mean to upset him, but her words caused hurt feelings."
- Bite the bullet: To face a difficult or painful situation with courage. Example: "He decided to bite the bullet and tell his friend the truth, even though it might hurt."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I accidentally hurt my ankle while playing football during the weekend.
Example 2: It is important to be kind and not say things that might hurt someones feelings.
Example 3: She felt hurt when her friends didnt invite her to the party.
Fun Fact
The word "hurt" comes from Middle English and originally meant "to cause pain." Over time, it has evolved to refer not just to physical pain, but also to emotional and mental suffering.
Famous Quote
"The greatest pain that a man can suffer: To have earned a woman's love and lost it." - Hector Berlioz
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hurt" mean?
a) To heal
b) To cause pain or injury
c) To laugh
d) To play
Answer: b) To cause pain or injury
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hurt"?
a) Comfort
b) Injure
c) Soothe
d) Care
Answer: b) Injure
3. Which word is an antonym of "hurt"?
a) Damage
b) Heal
c) Wound
d) Bruise
Answer: b) Heal
4. Which sentence uses "hurt" correctly?
a) The hurt was singing beautifully.
b) The constant noise hurt my concentration.
c) She hurt a lovely painting.
d) They hurt the flowers in the garden.
Answer: b) The constant noise hurt my concentration.
5. What does "hurt feelings" refer to?
a) Physical injuries
b) Emotional pain from someone's actions
c) Happiness and joy
d) Being tired
Answer: b) Emotional pain from someone's actions
