Basic Details
Word: Abominable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is very bad or causes disgust.
Synonyms: Horrible, awful, dreadful, loathsome
Antonyms: Delightful, pleasant, enjoyable
Idioms and Phrases
- Abominable snowman: A mythical creature said to exist in the Himalayas, often used to describe something that is frightening or mysterious. Example: "The movie was about an adventure to find the abominable snowman in the mountains."
- Abominable behaviour: Actions that are considered very bad or unacceptable. Example: "The teacher addressed the abominable behaviour of the students during the field trip."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The abominable actions of the villain made everyone in the village feel very afraid.
Example 2: It was abominable to throw litter in the beautiful park.
Example 3: Many people find the idea of bullying to be abominable and unacceptable in schools.
Fun Fact
The word "abominable" comes from the Latin word "abominabilis," which means "to be shunned or avoided." Its early use related more to things that were repugnant or loathed.
Famous Quote
"There is nothing abominable in the earth, and yet abominable things exist." - Jean-Paul Sartre
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "abominable" mean?
a) Very good
b) Very bad or disgusting
c) Beautiful
d) Joyful
Answer: b) Very bad or disgusting
2. Which of these is a synonym of "abominable"?
a) Delightful
b) Horrible
c) Wonderful
d) Pleasant
Answer: b) Horrible
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "abominable"?
a) Awful
b) Dreadful
c) Enjoyable
d) Loathsome
Answer: c) Enjoyable
4. Which sentence uses "abominable" correctly?
a) The cake was abominable and tasted amazing.
b) She found the abominable noise very appealing.
c) The abominable smell in the rubbish bin made me feel sick.
d) His abominable dancing was a joy to watch.
Answer: c) The abominable smell in the rubbish bin made me feel sick.
5. What does the idiom "abominable behaviour" refer to?
a) Kind and caring actions
b) Acceptable social norms
c) Actions that are extremely bad or unacceptable
d) A strong sense of style
Answer: c) Actions that are extremely bad or unacceptable
