Basic Details
Word: Lovely
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very pleasant, enjoyable, or beautiful.
Synonyms: Charming, delightful, attractive
Antonyms: Unpleasant, ugly, unattractive
Idioms and Phrases
- Lovely day: Used to describe a beautiful and pleasant day. Example: "We went for a picnic because it was such a lovely day outside."
- As lovely as a rose: Referring to someone or something that is very beautiful. Example: "She smiled and looked as lovely as a rose at the garden party."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children played in the sunshine, enjoying the lovely weather.
Example 2: She received a lovely gift for her birthday that she will cherish forever.
Example 3: The garden was filled with lovely flowers that attracted butterflies.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "lovely" originated from the Old English word "luflic," which means "full of love"? This shows how closely the word is related to feelings of affection and beauty.
Famous Quote
"Love is like the sun which lights up the world. And lovely are its children." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "lovely" mean?
a) Very large
b) Very unpleasant
c) Very pleasant or beautiful
d) Very loud
Answer: c) Very pleasant or beautiful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "lovely"?
a) Charming
b) Boring
c) Dangerous
d) Cold
Answer: a) Charming
3. What is the antonym of "lovely"?
a) Pleasant
b) Delightful
c) Ugly
d) Beautiful
Answer: c) Ugly
4. Which sentence uses "lovely" correctly?
a) It was a lovely surprise to see my friends at the party.
b) The lovely car drove quickly.
c) She finally found a lovely rock.
d) He was feeling lovely about his homework.
Answer: a) It was a lovely surprise to see my friends at the party.
5. Which idiom connects with "lovely"?
a) As lovely as a rose
b) Cold as ice
c) Busy as a bee
d) Sharp as a knife
Answer: a) As lovely as a rose
