Basic Details
Word: Storm
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A disturbed state of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, or snow.
Synonyms: Tempest, gale, squall
Antonyms: Calm, peace, tranquillity
Idioms and Phrases
- Weather the storm: To endure a difficult situation. Example: "Even when business was tough, they managed to weather the storm and keep going."
- Calm before the storm: A time when everything is quiet before a difficult or chaotic period. Example: "The morning was peaceful, but we all knew it was just the calm before the storm."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The storm last night brought heavy rain and powerful winds that shook the windows.
Example 2: During a storm, it's important to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Example 3: The children were excited to watch the lightning during the storm, while their parents were worried about the power going out.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the strongest storm ever recorded on Earth was Hurricane Patricia in 2015? It reached wind speeds of 215 mph (345 km/h)!
Famous Quote
"Just remember, the storm is a part of my journey. It cannot stop me; it can only make me stronger." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "storm" mean?
a) A sunny day
b) A disturbed state of the atmosphere
c) A calm evening
d) A type of exercise
Answer: b) A disturbed state of the atmosphere
2. Which of these is a synonym of "storm"?
a) Sunshine
b) Tempest
c) Calmness
d) Harmony
Answer: b) Tempest
3. Which sentence uses "storm" correctly?
a) The storm is making flowers bloom in the garden.
b) The storm knocked down trees and power lines.
c) The storm is my favourite type of music.
d) The storm helped us win the game.
Answer: b) The storm knocked down trees and power lines.
4. Which idiom means to endure a difficult situation?
a) Calm before the storm
b) Weather the storm
c) Every cloud has a silver lining
d) A storm in a teacup
Answer: b) Weather the storm
5. What is the opposite of "storm"?
a) Rain
b) Calm
c) Wind
d) Lightning
Answer: b) Calm
