Basic Details
Word: Rip
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To tear something quickly and forcefully.
Synonyms: Tear, shred, split
Antonyms: Mend, repair, fix
Idioms and Phrases
- Rip apart: To destroy something completely, often with strong emotions. Example: "The team's harsh criticism started to rip apart their friendship."
- Rip off: To cheat or overcharge someone. Example: "He felt that the ticket price was a rip off for such a small concert."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I accidentally ripped my new shirt while trying to fit it in my backpack.
Example 2: The dog loves to rip apart his toys to find the squeaker inside.
Example 3: The strong wind caused the old flag to rip and flutter wildly in the air.
Fun Fact
The word "rip" is believed to originate from the Old Norse word "rippa," which meant to tear or pull away. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"It is better to be ripped off by the unscrupulous than to be robbed of your dignity by your own poor choices." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rip" mean?
a) To fold something
b) To tear something quickly
c) To paint something
d) To build something
Answer: b) To tear something quickly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rip"?
a) Build
b) Tear
c) Collect
d) Speak
Answer: b) Tear
3. What is the opposite of "rip"?
a) Tearing
b) Mend
c) Shredding
d) Splitting
Answer: b) Mend
4. Which sentence uses "rip" correctly?
a) I will rip my cake with a knife.
b) He tried to rip the paper but ended up folding it.
c) Be careful not to rip the fragile document.
d) She will rip a sandwich for lunch.
Answer: c) Be careful not to rip the fragile document.
5. What does the idiom "rip off" mean?
a) To destroy something completely
b) To cheat or overcharge someone
c) To recover from something
d) To improve one's skills
Answer: b) To cheat or overcharge someone
