Spell Bee Word: mad

Basic Details

Word: Mad

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Feeling very angry or upset.

Synonyms: Angry, furious, irate

Antonyms: Calm, peaceful, happy

Idioms and Phrases

1. Mad as a hatter: Used to describe someone who behaves in a very strange or silly way. Example: "After staying up all night, he seemed as mad as a hatter during breakfast."
2. Mad about something: To be very enthusiastic or excited about something. Example: "She is mad about playing the piano and practices every day."

Usage Examples

Example 1: He was mad when he found out that someone had eaten his lunch without asking.

Example 2: The teacher became mad when the students were talking loudly during the lesson.

Example 3: After losing the game, she felt mad at herself for not playing better.

Fun Fact

The phrase "mad as a hatter" is believed to have originated from the effects of mercury used in the hat-making process, which could cause severe mental health issues. This expression was popularised by Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

Famous Quote

"We’re all mad here. I’m mad. You’re mad." - Lewis Carroll, "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What is the meaning of "mad"?

a) Happy
b) Very angry
c) Confused
d) Tired

Answer: b) Very angry

2. Which of these is a synonym of "mad"?

a) Cheerful
b) Furious
c) Calm
d) Friendly

Answer: b) Furious

3. What is an antonym of "mad"?

a) Irate
b) Furious
c) Calm
d) Upset

Answer: c) Calm

4. Which sentence uses "mad" correctly?

a) She felt mad when her favourite show was cancelled.
b) He was mad about his car that drove beautifully.
c) The sun was mad in the sky today.
d) The cake tasted mad and delicious.

Answer: a) She felt mad when her favourite show was cancelled.

5. Which idiom means being very enthusiastic about something?

a) Mad as a hatter
b) Mad about something
c) A mad dash
d) Mad for it

Answer: b) Mad about something