Basic Details
Word: Several
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: More than two but not many; a few.
Synonyms: A few, various, some
Antonyms: None, singular
Idioms and Phrases
- Several options on the table: Refers to having different choices available. Example: "In the meeting, several options were on the table for how to improve our project."
- Several things in mind: Means thinking about multiple ideas or plans. Example: "She had several things in mind for her birthday party, including a picnic and a movie night."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I have several books to read this summer, including some fantasy and mystery novels.
Example 2: There were several children playing in the park, laughing and having fun.
Example 3: During our holiday, we visited several historical sites that told the story of the city's past.
Fun Fact
The word "several" comes from the Latin word "separalis," which means "separate" or "divided," indicating that the items are distinct from each other but still belong to a small group.
Famous Quote
"A man is often judged not by how many things he owns, but by how several his contributions are." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "several" mean?
a) Only one
b) More than two but not many
c) Many
d) None
Answer: b) More than two but not many
2. Which of these is a synonym of "several"?
a) A single
b) Various
c) All
d) Each
Answer: b) Various
3. What is the antonym of "several"?
a) Many
b) Several
c) None
d) A few
Answer: c) None
4. Which sentence uses "several" correctly?
a) I saw several birds fly in the sky.
b) I only have several apples on my plate.
c) There were several years in a century.
d) Several is the largest number of all.
Answer: a) I saw several birds fly in the sky.
5. Which idiom refers to having choices available?
a) Several things in mind
b) Several options on the table
c) Many hands make light work
d) A penny saved is a penny earned
Answer: b) Several options on the table
