Basic Details
Word: Rare
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is not often found, seen, or done; uncommon.
Synonyms: Uncommon, unusual, infrequent, exceptional
Antonyms: Common, usual, frequent, normal
Idioms and Phrases
- Rare as hen's teeth: Used to describe something that is extremely uncommon or hard to find. Example: "Finding a penny on the ground these days is as rare as hen's teeth."
- Once in a blue moon: Refers to something that happens very rarely. Example: "We only see our cousins once in a blue moon since they live in a different country."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The museum had a rare collection of ancient artefacts from Egypt that intrigued many visitors.
Example 2: It is rare for my mother to take a day off work, as she loves her job.
Example 3: The rare bird was spotted in the forest, attracting birdwatchers from all over the region.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "rare" originally comes from the Latin word "rarus," which means "sparse" or "thin"? This reflects how rare things are often few in number or spaced out.
Famous Quote
"A rare talent is a great gift, but there is no use in possessing it if one does not work to refine it." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rare" mean?
a) Very common
b) Not often found
c) A lot of
d) Always available
Answer: b) Not often found
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rare"?
a) Exceptional
b) Ordinary
c) Frequent
d) Typical
Answer: a) Exceptional
3. Which of these is an antonym of "rare"?
a) Unusual
b) Common
c) Uncommon
d) Infrequent
Answer: b) Common
4. Which sentence uses "rare" correctly?
a) It is rare for us to go to the park every weekend.
b) It is rare when the sun shines.
c) It is rare to see a double rainbow after a rainstorm.
d) It is rare as a fashion choice to wear shorts in winter.
Answer: c) It is rare to see a double rainbow after a rainstorm.
5. Which idiom relates to the rarity of something?
a) Cold as ice
b) Once in a blue moon
c) A piece of cake
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: b) Once in a blue moon
