Basic Details
Word: President
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The leader of a country or organisation.
Synonyms: Leader, Chief, Head
Antonyms: Follower, Subordinate
Idioms and Phrases
- Presidential treatment: Exceptional service or treatment, usually reserved for important people. Example: "At the fancy restaurant, we received presidential treatment with extra care and attention."
- Run for president: To campaign for the position of president. Example: "She decided to run for president of the student council to make a difference in school."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The president delivered a speech outlining plans for improving the economy.
Example 2: This year, we will vote for a new president who will lead our school.
Example 3: The president signed a new law that protects the environment.
Fun Fact
The word "president" comes from the Latin word "praesidens," which means "sitting before" or "to preside." This reflects the role of the president as the one who leads and oversees important matters.
Famous Quote
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "president" mean?
a) The leader of a country or organisation
b) A type of fish
c) A kind of tree
d) A type of music
Answer: a) The leader of a country or organisation
2. Which of these is a synonym of "president"?
a) Subordinate
b) Chief
c) Worker
d) Follower
Answer: b) Chief
3. What is the opposite of "president"?
a) Leader
b) Hero
c) Follower
d) Chief
Answer: c) Follower
4. In which sentence is "president" used correctly?
a) The president will play the guitar at the concert.
b) The president signed a treaty with another country.
c) The president ran a marathon yesterday.
d) The president cooked dinner for everyone.
Answer: b) The president signed a treaty with another country.
5. What does "run for president" mean?
a) To compete in a race
b) To apply for a job
c) To campaign for the position of president
d) To lead a sports team
Answer: c) To campaign for the position of president
