Basic Details
Word: Prodigious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is very large, impressive, or amazing.
Synonyms: Extraordinary, remarkable, immense
Antonyms: Ordinary, small, insignificant
Idioms and Phrases
- Prodigious amounts: Referring to an exceptionally large quantity. Example: "The festival attracted prodigious amounts of visitors this year, making it the most successful event yet."
- Prodigious talent: Describing someone with extraordinary skills or abilities. Example: "The child displayed prodigious talent in music, playing the piano like a professional."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The scientist made prodigious discoveries that changed the way we understand the universe.
Example 2: Her prodigious ability to learn languages was truly impressive; she could speak five by the age of ten.
Example 3: The architect created a prodigious building that became a symbol of innovation in the city.
Fun Fact
The word "prodigious" comes from the Latin word "prodigiosus," meaning "wonderful" or "marvellous." It has been used in English since the 14th century!
Famous Quote
"The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper." W.B. Yeats
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "prodigious" mean?
a) Very small
b) Very large or impressive
c) Common or ordinary
d) Very simple
Answer: b) Very large or impressive
2. Which of these is a synonym of "prodigious"?
a) Tiny
b) Extraordinary
c) Routine
d) Average
Answer: b) Extraordinary
3. Which word is the opposite of "prodigious"?
a) Colossal
b) Immense
c) Ordinary
d) Exceptional
Answer: c) Ordinary
4. Which sentence uses "prodigious" correctly?
a) The prodigious cat climbed up the tree quickly.
b) She showed prodigious skills in her art competition, impressing everyone.
c) The prodigious rabbit hopped across the garden.
d) He had a prodigious lunch of just an apple.
Answer: b) She showed prodigious skills in her art competition, impressing everyone.
5. Which idiom means the same as "prodigious"?
a) A drop in the ocean
b) A prodigious amount
c) To make a mountain out of a molehill
d) A small world
Answer: b) A prodigious amount
