Basic Details
Word: Shrink
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To become smaller in size, amount, or degree.
Synonyms: Reduce, contract, diminish
Antonyms: Expand, grow, increase
Idioms and Phrases
- Shrink in fear: To become smaller or less confident because one is scared. Example: "He tends to shrink in fear when confronted by loud noises."
- Dont shrink back: To not hesitate or retreat from a challenge. Example: "When faced with the tough exam, she told herself not to shrink back but to give it her best."
Usage Examples
Example 1: When the sweater was washed in hot water, it began to shrink and didn't fit anymore.
Example 2: If you leave the ice out in the sun, it will shrink and turn into water.
Example 3: Over time, the balloon started to shrink as the air slowly escaped.
Fun Fact
Did you know that certain materials, like cotton and wool, can shrink more than others when washed? This is why it's important to follow the care instructions on clothing labels!
Famous Quote
"Do not shrink from the conflict; it is in the struggle that we find our true strength." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "shrink" mean?
a) To grow larger
b) To become smaller
c) To stay the same
d) To fly high
Answer: b) To become smaller
2. Which of these is a synonym of "shrink"?
a) Expand
b) Reduce
c) Increase
d) Lengthen
Answer: b) Reduce
3. Which sentence uses "shrink" correctly?
a) The tree began to shrink in the winter.
b) The sun made the ice cream shrink.
c) The dog will shrink to find its way.
d) The plan was too big, so we had to shrink it.
Answer: d) The plan was too big, so we had to shrink it.
4. Which idiom means to hesitate in the face of fear?
a) Don't shrink from the opportunity
b) Shrink in denial
c) Shrink in fear
d) To expand your horizons
Answer: c) Shrink in fear
5. What is the opposite of "shrink"?
a) N/A
b) Contract
c) Expand
d) Diminish
Answer: c) Expand
