Basic Details
Word: Polygon
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A flat shape with straight sides; it can have many edges and corners.
Synonyms: Shape, figure, geometric shape
Antonyms: Curved shape
Idioms and Phrases
- Polygon of possibilities: Used to suggest that there are many different options or paths to consider. Example: "When planning our project, we explored a polygon of possibilities to find the best one."
- Breaking out of the polygon: To think outside the box or to come up with creative ideas. Example: "In art class, we encouraged students to break out of the polygon when expressing their ideas."
Usage Examples
Example 1: A triangle is a type of polygon because it has three straight sides and three angles.
Example 2: In maths, we learned to calculate the area of different polygons, such as squares and pentagons.
Example 3: The artist used polygons to create an interesting and abstract design in her painting.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "polygon" comes from the Greek words "poly," which means "many," and "gon," which means "angles"? This means polygons are shapes with many angles!
Famous Quote
"Geometry is the archetype of the beauty of the world." Johannes Kepler
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "polygon" mean?
a) A round ball
b) A flat shape with straight sides
c) An animal
d) A type of music
Answer: b) A flat shape with straight sides
2. Which of these is a synonym of "polygon"?
a) Sphere
b) Shape
c) Line
d) Colour
Answer: b) Shape
3. Which sentence uses "polygon" correctly?
a) The polygon flew high in the sky.
b) The polygon was painted in bright colours.
c) A polygon is a shape with straight sides.
d) The polygon is a type of fruit.
Answer: c) A polygon is a shape with straight sides.
4. Which idiom means the same as "polygon"?
a) Breaking out of the polygon
b) The whole nine yards
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: a) Breaking out of the polygon
5. What is the opposite of "polygon"?
a) A circle
b) Triangle
c) Square
d) Hexagon
Answer: a) A circle
