Basic Details
Word: Record
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: Noun: A piece of information that is written down or stored; Verb: To write down or save information for future reference.
Synonyms: Document, report, account (for noun); log, document, capture (for verb)
Antonyms: Forget, ignore
Idioms and Phrases
- Break the record: To achieve the best performance or score. Example: "She broke the record for the fastest time in the race."
- Set the record straight: To correct a misunderstanding or false information. Example: "He quickly set the record straight about what happened at the meeting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The athlete set a new record in the marathon, finishing in just under two hours.
Example 2: I kept a record of all the books I read over the summer.
Example 3: We need to record our findings in the project report so everyone can understand the results.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "record" comes from the Latin word "recordari," which means to remember? This shows how important keeping records can be for preserving memories and information.
Famous Quote
"To record the past is to ensure a future." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "record" mean as a noun?
a) A kind of music
b) A piece of information stored or documented
c) A type of animal
d) A measurement of time
Answer: b) A piece of information stored or documented
2. Which of these is a synonym of "record" (noun)?
a) Report
b) Jump
c) Run
d) Speak
Answer: a) Report
3. What is an antonym for "record"?
a) Write
b) Capture
c) Ignore
d) Log
Answer: c) Ignore
4. Which sentence uses "record" correctly as a verb?
a) I will record my favourite song.
b) The record is spinning on the table.
c) She has many records in her collection.
d) They enjoyed the record of the concert.
Answer: a) I will record my favourite song.
5. What does it mean to "set the record straight"?
a) To forget something
b) To correct a misunderstanding
c) To break an achievement
d) To make a new record
Answer: b) To correct a misunderstanding
