Basic Details
Word: Written
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is expressed in writing.
Synonyms: Inscribed, documented, recorded
Antonyms: Spoken, oral, unwritten
Idioms and Phrases
- Written in stone: Something that is permanent and cannot be changed. Example: "The rules are not written in stone; we can adjust them if necessary."
- Written all over his face: When someone's emotions are very clear from their expression. Example: "She was so happy, and it was written all over her face."
Usage Examples
Example 1: All the important details were written in the letter she received.
Example 2: It is crucial that the agreement is written clearly to avoid misunderstandings.
Example 3: The story was written by a famous author, and it won many awards.
Fun Fact
The word "written" comes from the Old English "writan," which means to score or to draw. This shows how writing has evolved from simple markings to complex written forms we use today.
Famous Quote
"The pen is mightier than the sword." Edward Bulwer-Lytton
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "written" mean?
a) Spoken aloud
b) Expressed in writing
c) A type of drawing
d) A musical note
Answer: b) Expressed in writing
2. Which of these is a synonym of "written"?
a) Spoken
b) Inscribed
c) Heard
d) Shouted
Answer: b) Inscribed
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "written"?
a) Recorded
b) Documented
c) Oral
d) Inscribed
Answer: c) Oral
4. Which sentence uses "written" correctly?
a) The book was written by a famous author.
b) The apple was written on the table.
c) She written a beautiful song yesterday.
d) He likes to written letters to his friends.
Answer: a) The book was written by a famous author.
5. What does the idiom "written in stone" mean?
a) Temporary rules
b) Permanent and unchangeable
c) A type of art
d) Something not important
Answer: b) Permanent and unchangeable
