Basic Details
Word: Miserable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.
Synonyms: Unhappy, wretched, dejected
Antonyms: Happy, cheerful, joyful
Idioms and Phrases
- As miserable as sin: Very unhappy or uncomfortable. Example: "He felt as miserable as sin on that rainy day, wishing he could stay home."
- Misery loves company: People who are unhappy often seek out others to share in their misery. Example: "She was so upset about her exam that she was glad her friend was feeling just as miserable. Misery loves company."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After losing his favourite toy, James was feeling miserable for the rest of the day.
Example 2: The weather was so miserable that we decided to stay indoors and watch a movie.
Example 3: She tried to cheer him up, but he was still feeling miserable about his bad grades.
Fun Fact
The word "miserable" comes from the Latin word "miserabilis," which means " pitiable" or "worthy of pity." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe someone who is suffering or unhappy.
Famous Quote
"A man can be himself only so long as he is alone. If he does not, he becomes miserable." - Marshall McLuhan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "miserable" mean?
a) Very happy
b) Feeling very unhappy
c) Extremely excited
d) Very energetic
Answer: b) Feeling very unhappy
2. Which of these is a synonym of "miserable"?
a) Cheerful
b) Wretched
c) Joyful
d) Excited
Answer: b) Wretched
3. Which is an antonym of "miserable"?
a) Happy
b) Sad
c) Uncomfortable
d) Low-spirited
Answer: a) Happy
4. Which sentence uses "miserable" correctly?
a) She felt miserable after eating her favourite dessert.
b) The kids are miserable because they are having fun.
c) He was miserable that it rained on his birthday.
d) The puppy looked miserable when it was playing with its toys.
Answer: c) He was miserable that it rained on his birthday.
5. Which idiom relates to being "miserable"?
a) As wise as an owl
b) As miserable as sin
c) As bright as a button
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) As miserable as sin
