Basic Details
Word: Inserted
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To put something into something else, like adding an item or information.
Synonyms: Added, Placed, Included
Antonyms: Removed, Extracted
Idioms and Phrases
- Insert foot in mouth: To say something embarrassing or inappropriate. Example: "When I mentioned the surprise party, I really inserted my foot in my mouth!"
- Insert a penny: To contribute or add your opinion in a casual way. Example: "When they were discussing ideas for the event, I decided to insert a penny and suggested a picnic."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She inserted a beautiful picture into her scrapbook to remember the fun day.
Example 2: He inserted his key into the lock and opened the door to his house.
Example 3: The teacher asked the students to insert their answers into the blank spaces in the worksheet.
Fun Fact
The word "insert" comes from the Latin word "insertus," which means “to put in.†It's been used in English since the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Sometimes we need to insert a little hope into our lives to keep moving forward." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "inserted" mean?
a) To take something out
b) To put something into something else
c) To throw something away
d) To lift something up
Answer: b) To put something into something else
2. Which of these is a synonym of "inserted"?
a) Removed
b) Placed
c) Deleted
d) Discarded
Answer: b) Placed
3. Which word would be an antonym of "inserted"?
a) Added
b) Extracted
c) Included
d) Positioned
Answer: b) Extracted
4. Which sentence uses "inserted" correctly?
a) He inserted his bookmark in the book to remember the page.
b) She inserted the cake into the oven to bake it.
c) They inserted the dog into the car to drive to the park.
d) He inserted a high jump on the basketball court.
Answer: a) He inserted his bookmark in the book to remember the page.
5. Which idiom refers to saying something embarrassing?
a) Insert foot in mouth
b) Insert a penny
c) Insert a key
d) Insert a comment
Answer: a) Insert foot in mouth
