Basic Details
Word: New
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Recently created, made, or discovered; something that has not existed for long.
Synonyms: Fresh, recent, novel, modern
Antonyms: Old, worn, ancient
Idioms and Phrases
- New kid on the block: Refers to someone who is new to a group or situation. Example: "Since she just joined the team, everyone calls her the new kid on the block."
- Out with the old, in with the new: This means to replace old things with new ones. Example: "We decided to renovate our house; its time for out with the old, in with the new!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new library in our town has a fantastic collection of books.
Example 2: She bought a new bicycle to ride to school every day.
Example 3: The new student in class quickly made friends with everyone.
Fun Fact
The word "new" comes from the Old English word "niwe," which means "fresh" or "young." It has been used for over a thousand years!
Famous Quote
"Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most." - Buddha
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "new" mean?
a) Old and broken
b) Recently created or discovered
c) Lost in the past
d) Very large
Answer: b) Recently created or discovered
2. Which of these is a synonym of "new"?
a) Ancient
b) Fresh
c) Worn
d) Old
Answer: b) Fresh
3. Which of these is an antonym of "new"?
a) Modern
b) Recent
c) Worn
d) Novel
Answer: c) Worn
4. Which sentence uses "new" correctly?
a) I have a new puppy that loves to play.
b) This old phone is new to me.
c) The new tree is very tall.
d) We found a new rock in the garden.
Answer: a) I have a new puppy that loves to play.
5. What does the idiom "new kid on the block" refer to?
a) Someone very old
b) A new person in a group
c) A new house
d) A type of animal
Answer: b) A new person in a group
