Basic Details
Word: Payment
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The act of giving money for something or in return for a service.
Synonyms: Remuneration, compensation, settlement
Antonyms: Debt, non-payment
Idioms and Phrases
- Pay the piper: To face the consequences of one's actions. Example: "He spent all his money on fun, and now he has to pay the piper by working extra hours."
- Easy payment plan: A way to pay for something over time rather than all at once. Example: "I bought the new laptop on an easy payment plan, so I can pay a little each month."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The payment for the new bicycle was due at the end of the month.
Example 2: After finishing the job, she received her payment promptly.
Example 3: They agreed on a payment plan to manage the cost of the house renovations.
Fun Fact
The word "payment" comes from the Old French word "paiement," which means "to pacify or appease." It originally referred to settling a debt or obligation.
Famous Quote
"The price of greatness is responsibility." Winston S. Churchill
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "payment" mean?
a) Giving money for something
b) Taking money from someone
c) Buying clothes
d) Keeping money safe
Answer: a) Giving money for something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "payment"?
a) Refund
b) Remuneration
c) Debt
d) Gift
Answer: b) Remuneration
3. What is the opposite of "payment"?
a) Debt
b) Reward
c) Transaction
d) Donation
Answer: a) Debt
4. Which sentence uses "payment" correctly?
a) The payment for the pizza came after we ate.
b) She payment is very nice.
c) We payment in the garden today.
d) The payment for the book is red.
Answer: a) The payment for the pizza came after we ate.
5. What does "pay the piper" mean?
a) To give money to a musician
b) To face the consequences of one's actions
c) To take a loan
d) To earn a big salary
Answer: b) To face the consequences of one's actions
