Basic Details
Word: Microbe
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A tiny living organism that can only be seen with a microscope, often too small to be seen by the naked eye.
Synonyms: Germ, microorganism, bacterium, virus
Antonyms: Macrobe (large living organism)
Idioms and Phrases
- Small but mighty: Used to describe something that is tiny yet has great power or importance. Example: "The microbe might be small, but it can cause big illnesses."
- Gone to the dogs: Referring to a situation that is deteriorating, often because of neglect. Example: "The cleanliness of the kitchen went to the dogs because of the forgotten food, attracting microbes."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Microbes are essential for breaking down dead plants and animals in the environment, returning nutrients to the soil.
Example 2: Scientists study various types of microbes to understand how they can be beneficial to human health.
Example 3: Handwashing is an important habit to prevent the spread of harmful microbes from one person to another.
Fun Fact
Did you know that there are more microbes in a teaspoon of soil than there are people on Earth? They play a crucial role in supporting life by helping plants grow and decompose organic material.
Famous Quote
"Microbes are the worlds best teachers. They teach us not only how to survive, but also to thrive." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "microbe" mean?
a) A large animal
b) A tiny living organism
c) A type of plant
d) A kind of rock
Answer: b) A tiny living organism
2. Which of these is a synonym of "microbe"?
a) Fish
b) Microorganism
c) Tree
d) Fox
Answer: b) Microorganism
3. Which sentence uses "microbe" correctly?
a) The microbe climbed up the tree.
b) A microbe can be seen without a microscope.
c) Scientists are studying how microbes affect human health.
d) The microbe flew around the garden.
Answer: c) Scientists are studying how microbes affect human health.
4. Which idiom means "tiny but powerful" like a microbe?
a) Gone to the dogs
b) Small but mighty
c) See eye to eye
d) Bigger is better
Answer: b) Small but mighty
5. What is the opposite of "microbe"?
a) N/A
b) Macrobe
c) Plant
d) Insect
Answer: b) Macrobe
