Basic Details
Word: Adamant
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Refusing to change one's mind or position; being very determined and unyielding.
Synonyms: Unyielding, inflexible, resolute
Antonyms: Flexible, yielding, lenient
Idioms and Phrases
- Stick to your guns: To maintain your opinion or position despite opposition. Example: "Even when everyone disagreed, she decided to stick to her guns about the project."
- Set in stone: Something that is permanent and unchangeable. Example: "His decision to go to art school was set in stone, no one could change his mind."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Despite many suggestions to reconsider, he remained adamant about pursuing his dream of becoming an astronaut.
Example 2: The coach was adamant that every player must attend the practice to improve the teams performance.
Example 3: She was adamant in her belief that honesty is the best policy, even when it was difficult.
Fun Fact
The word "adamant" comes from the Greek word "adamas," which means "unconquerable" or "untameable." Historically, it referred to a mythical stone that was said to be impenetrable!
Famous Quote
"The world is full of people who will tell you that you cannot do something. Be adamant and prove them wrong." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "adamant" mean?
a) Easy to persuade
b) Unyielding and stubborn
c) Light-hearted
d) Quick to change one's mind
Answer: b) Unyielding and stubborn
2. Which of these is a synonym of "adamant"?
a) Flexible
b) Resolute
c) Indifferent
d) Casual
Answer: b) Resolute
3. What is an antonym of "adamant"?
a) Stubborn
b) Inflexible
c) Yielding
d) Determined
Answer: c) Yielding
4. Which sentence uses "adamant" correctly?
a) She was adamant in her decision to change her mind and agree with everyone.
b) He was adamant about his position on veganism, even when his friends teased him.
c) The weather is adamant today, making it difficult to decide what to wear.
d) They were adamant dancers at the competition.
Answer: b) He was adamant about his position on veganism, even when his friends teased him.
5. Which idiom relates closely to being 'adamant'?
a) Set in stone
b) Under the weather
c) Light as a feather
d) A walk in the park
Answer: a) Set in stone
