Basic Details
Word: Vixen
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A female fox; can also refer to a cunning or malicious woman.
Synonyms: Fox, cunning woman
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Vixen's charm: Refers to someone who is charming but may have a clever or sly side. Example: "Her vixen's charm made her popular, but some found her tricky to trust."
- As sly as a vixen: Used to describe someone who is very clever or deceitful. Example: "He was as sly as a vixen when he managed to convince everyone he was innocent."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In folklore, the vixen is often portrayed as a clever creature that outsmarts others.
Example 2: The story featured a cunning vixen who tricked the farmer to steal the chickens.
Example 3: Mrs. Hargrove, the vixen of the village, was known for her sharp wit and clever schemes.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "vixen" comes from the Old English word "fixen," which means female fox? This term has been used for centuries to describe the cleverness associated with female foxes.
Famous Quote
"A vixen, however charming, may not always be to be trusted." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "vixen" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A female fox
c) A kind of tree
d) A wild cat
Answer: b) A female fox
2. Which of these is a synonym of "vixen"?
a) Lioness
b) Elephant
c) Fox
d) Wolf
Answer: c) Fox
3. Which sentence uses "vixen" correctly?
a) The vixen danced at the party.
b) The vixen quickly solved the puzzle that no one else could.
c) The vixen flew over the mountains.
d) The vixen played with the kittens.
Answer: b) The vixen quickly solved the puzzle that no one else could.
4. Which idiom means being clever or deceitful?
a) Vixens charm
b) As sly as a vixen
c) A horse of a different colour
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) As sly as a vixen
5. What is the opposite of "vixen"?
a) N/A
b) Human
c) Male fox
d) Deer
Answer: c) Male fox
