Basic Details
Word: Yob
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A rude or aggressive young man.
Synonyms: Lout, hooligan, ruffian
Antonyms: Gentleman, hero
Idioms and Phrases
- Yob culture: Refers to a lifestyle often associated with unruly behaviour and youth aggression. Example: "The yob culture in the neighbourhood has caused concern among residents."
- Behaving like a yob: To act in an aggressive or rude manner. Example: "He was behaving like a yob at the football match, shouting and causing trouble."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The local park was filled with yobs causing a disturbance late at night.
Example 2: She avoided the group of yobs at the party because of their rowdy behaviour.
Example 3: The police were called to manage the situation with the yobs at the event.
Fun Fact
The term "yob" is derived from the word "boy" spelled backwards, and it originated in the UK during the late 20th century to describe a certain type of unruly young male.
Famous Quote
"A lad with no manners is nothing more than a yob in disguise." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "yob" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A rude or aggressive young man
c) A friendly elder
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A rude or aggressive young man
2. Which of these is a synonym of "yob"?
a) Gentleman
b) Hero
c) Lout
d) Scholar
Answer: c) Lout
3. What is an antonym of "yob"?
a) Lout
b) Hero
c) Ruffian
d) Hooligan
Answer: b) Hero
4. Which sentence uses "yob" correctly?
a) The yob helped the elderly lady cross the street.
b) The yob was well-mannered and polite.
c) The yob caused trouble at the local pub.
d) The yob studied hard for his exams.
Answer: c) The yob caused trouble at the local pub.
5. What does the idiom "yob culture" refer to?
a) A lifestyle of calm and peace
b) A lifestyle associated with unruly behaviour and youth aggression
c) A culture of friendship and support
d) A type of food culture
Answer: b) A lifestyle associated with unruly behaviour and youth aggression
