Basic Details
Word: Incredible
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: So amazing or extraordinary that it is hard to believe.
Synonyms: Amazing, astonishing, unbelievable, fabulous
Antonyms: Ordinary, unremarkable, expected
Idioms and Phrases
- Incredible journey: Refers to a very remarkable or exciting experience. Example: "Her incredible journey around the world inspired everyone at school."
- Incredible odds: Means facing difficulties that seem impossible to overcome. Example: "Despite the incredible odds, the team won the match!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The magician performed an incredible trick that left the audience in awe.
Example 2: It was incredible to see how quickly the baby learned to walk.
Example 3: The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely incredible, with valleys stretching for miles.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "incredible" comes from the Latin word "incredibilis," which means "unbelievable"? It has been used since the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"The only limit to our realisation of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "incredible" mean?
a) Very normal
b) So amazing its hard to believe
c) Very boring
d) Common and usual
Answer: b) So amazing its hard to believe
2. Which of these is a synonym of "incredible"?
a) Amazing
b) Regular
c) Boring
d) Simple
Answer: a) Amazing
3. Which word is the opposite of "incredible"?
a) Remarkable
b) Ordinary
c) Extraordinary
d) Surprising
Answer: b) Ordinary
4. Which sentence uses "incredible" correctly?
a) The incredible cat chased the mouse.
b) The incredible event surprised everyone.
c) She had an incredible moustache.
d) The incredible tree flew over the house.
Answer: b) The incredible event surprised everyone.
5. What does the phrase "incredible odds" refer to?
a) A shooting star
b) Amazing achievements
c) Difficulties that seem impossible
d) A fun game
Answer: c) Difficulties that seem impossible
