Basic Details
Word: Hustle
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To move quickly or to work hard to achieve something.
Synonyms: Rush, hustle, work hard
Antonyms: Relax, rest, idle
Idioms and Phrases
- Hustle and bustle: Refers to the noisy and busy activity of a place. Example: "The hustle and bustle of the city can be exciting during the festival season."
- Get your hustle on: A phrase encouraging someone to work hard or be active. Example: "If you want to finish the project on time, its time to get your hustle on!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: She had to hustle to finish her homework before dinner.
Example 2: During the busy holidays, the shop was full of hustle and bustle as customers rushed in.
Example 3: He decided to hustle and save extra money for a new bicycle.
Fun Fact
The word "hustle" originally comes from a Dutch word meaning "to shake" or "to toss." Over time, it evolved to describe working with energy and speed.
Famous Quote
"Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction." Al Bernstein
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hustle" mean?
a) To move slowly
b) To sleep
c) To work hard or move quickly
d) To play quietly
Answer: c) To work hard or move quickly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hustle"?
a) Rest
b) Rush
c) Pause
d) Delay
Answer: b) Rush
3. Which is an antonym of "hustle"?
a) Work
b) Hurry
c) Relax
d) Act
Answer: c) Relax
4. Which sentence uses "hustle" correctly?
a) She decided to hustle her way through the exam by studying hard.
b) The dog chose to hustle in the park.
c) He found it hard to hustle lying on the couch.
d) She watched the hustle on the television.
Answer: a) She decided to hustle her way through the exam by studying hard.
5. What does the idiom "hustle and bustle" refer to?
a) A calm and quiet place
b) Noisy and busy activity
c) A lazy afternoon
d) A large empty space
Answer: b) Noisy and busy activity
