Basic Details
Word: Revolves
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To move in a circle around something; to turn around a central point.
Synonyms: Rotates, turns, spins
Antonyms: Stays still, halts, remains
Idioms and Phrases
- Life revolves around: Used to express the idea that a person's life is focused on a particular thing. Example: "For many students, their life revolves around studying and preparing for exams."
- The world revolves around you: A saying used to describe someone who thinks they are the most important person. Example: "Sometimes, it feels like he believes the world revolves around him, especially when he interrupts others."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The planets revolve around the sun in a continuous motion.
Example 2: She loves dancing so much that her entire life revolves around her dance lessons and performances.
Example 3: The bicycle's wheels revolve quickly as she pedals down the hill.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word revolve comes from the Latin word revolvere, which means to roll back? This highlights the idea of something moving in a circular manner.
Famous Quote
"Everything revolves around you if you make it happen." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "revolves" mean?
a) To stand still
b) To move in a circle
c) To jump high
d) To walk straight
Answer: b) To move in a circle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "revolves"?
a) Stops
b) Spins
c) Walks
d) Sits
Answer: b) Spins
3. Which sentence uses "revolves" correctly?
a) The sun revolves around the earth.
b) The bike revolved too quickly.
c) The dance revolves around teamwork and fun.
d) The book revolves on the shelf.
Answer: c) The dance revolves around teamwork and fun.
4. Which idiom means that life is focused on something?
a) The world revolves around you
b) Revolve like a ball
c) A revolving door
d) The main rotation
Answer: a) The world revolves around you
5. What is the antonym of "revolves"?
a) Spins
b) Stays still
c) Moves
d) Turns
Answer: b) Stays still
