Basic Details
Word: Resemble
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To look like or be similar to someone or something.
Synonyms: Look like, take after, be similar to
Antonyms: Differ, contrast, diverge
Idioms and Phrases
- To resemble someone like two peas in a pod: Used to describe two people who look very much alike. Example: "The twins resemble each other like two peas in a pod; you can hardly tell them apart."
- Birds of a feather flock together: This phrase suggests that people who are similar, either in appearance or behaviour, tend to associate with each other. Example: "She made friends quickly because she found others who resembled her interests - birds of a feather flock together."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My brother and I resemble each other so much that people often mistake him for me.
Example 2: The new student resembles the famous actor in both looks and style.
Example 3: The trees in the garden resemble those found in the nearby forest, showcasing the same leafy green hues.
Fun Fact
The word "resemble" comes from the Latin word "resemblare," which means "to look like again." Its roots show how people have long been interested in likeness and similarity.
Famous Quote
"We all have an inherent tendency to resemble those we admire." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "resemble" mean?
a) To be different from
b) To look alike
c) To run fast
d) To feel happy
Answer: b) To look alike
2. Which of these is a synonym of "resemble"?
a) Diverge
b) Differ
c) Look like
d) Contrast
Answer: c) Look like
3. Which of these is an antonym of "resemble"?
a) Appear
b) Mirror
c) Differ
d) Imitate
Answer: c) Differ
4. Which sentence uses "resemble" correctly?
a) The cat and dog resemble each other perfectly.
b) The cat likes to resemble its food.
c) The car resembles quickly.
d) The swimmer resembled at the pool.
Answer: a) The cat and dog resemble each other perfectly.
5. Which idiom means that similar individuals tend to gather together?
a) To resemble someone like two peas in a pod
b) Birds of a feather flock together
c) Like a fish out of water
d) A picture is worth a thousand words
Answer: b) Birds of a feather flock together
