Word: Since
Part of Speech: Preposition/Conjunction/Adverb
Meaning: Referring to a point in time that continues to the present; also means 'because'.
Synonyms: As, for, from
Antonyms: Until, before
Example 1: Since it started to rain, we decided to stay indoors and watch a movie.
Example 2: She has loved painting since she was a child.
Example 3: Since I moved to this town, I have made many new friends.
The word "since" comes from the Old English "sian", meaning "after that" or "at that time". It has been used in the English language for over a thousand years!
"Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality." Max DePree
1. What does "since" mean when used as a preposition?
a) Before a time
b) Referring to a past time until now
c) After a time
d) Never
Answer: b) Referring to a past time until now
2. Which of these is a synonym of "since"?
a) Until
b) From
c) Before
d) Later
Answer: b) From
3. What is an antonym of "since" in the context of time?
a) Also
b) Until
c) After
d) During
Answer: b) Until
4. Which sentence uses "since" correctly?
a) She went since the store to buy milk.
b) Since I have finished my homework, I can play now.
c) Since he left yesterday, he wont be back.
d) Both b and c.
Answer: d) Both b and c.
5. What does the phrase "since when?" imply?
a) It asks about the time something started.
b) It questions the truth of a statement.
c) It indicates a past event.
d) It expresses happiness.
Answer: b) It questions the truth of a statement.
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