Basic Details
Word: Thick
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having a large distance between the two opposite sides or surfaces; not thin.
Synonyms: Dense, heavy, substantial
Antonyms: Thin, slender, narrow
Idioms and Phrases
- Thick as thieves: To be very close friends or partners in crime. Example: "The twins are thick as thieves; they always plan their pranks together."
- In thick of it: To be deeply involved in a difficult or chaotic situation. Example: "She realised she was in the thick of it when she found herself helping several friends with their projects at once."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The book was so thick that it took her a month to finish reading it.
Example 2: We spread a thick layer of frosting on the cake for extra sweetness.
Example 3: The forest was covered by a thick layer of fog early in the morning.
Fun Fact
The word "thick" comes from the Old English 'icca', which is a term that has been used for over a thousand years! The concept of thickness was essential in many daily life activities, from cooking to construction.
Famous Quote
"A thick skin is a gift from God." Konrad Adenauer
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "thick" mean?
a) Having a small distance between surfaces
b) Having a large distance between surfaces
c) Being very light
d) Being very soft
Answer: b) Having a large distance between surfaces
2. Which of these is a synonym of "thick"?
a) Slender
b) Dense
c) Light
d) Flimsy
Answer: b) Dense
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "thick"?
a) Heavy
b) Thick
c) Dense
d) Thin
Answer: d) Thin
4. Which sentence uses "thick" correctly?
a) The thick water flowed easily down the stream.
b) He wore a thick coat to keep warm in the winter.
c) She wrote a thick letter to her friend but forgot to send it.
d) The thick song was playing in the background.
Answer: b) He wore a thick coat to keep warm in the winter.
5. Which idiom suggests a close friendship or partnership?
a) In thick of it
b) Thick as thieves
c) As thick as pea soup
d) Thick of the night
Answer: b) Thick as thieves
