Basic Details
Word: Art
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A way of creating something beautiful or expressive, like paintings, music, or dance.
Synonyms: Craft, artwork, creativity
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- All art and no play: Refers to someone who is overly focused on creative work and does not allow time for relaxation or fun. Example: "She's so dedicated to her painting that it's all art and no play these days."
- A work of art: Something that has been created with great skill and beauty. Example: "The new sculpture in the park is truly a work of art."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In art class, we learned how to mix colours to create beautiful paintings.
Example 2: The museum was full of interesting art from famous artists around the world.
Example 3: She expressed her feelings through her art, creating stunning pieces that told stories.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the oldest known piece of art is over 40,000 years old? It is a cave painting found in Indonesia, showing animals and human figures!
Famous Quote
"Every artist was first an amateur." Ralph Waldo Emerson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "art" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A way of creating something beautiful
c) A kind of animal
d) A sport
Answer: b) A way of creating something beautiful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "art"?
a) Music
b) Craft
c) Machine
d) Building
Answer: b) Craft
3. Which sentence uses "art" correctly?
a) The art flew over the mountains.
b) She sleeps with her art on her bed.
c) The art of painting takes time and practice.
d) He art the dog in the park.
Answer: c) The art of painting takes time and practice.
4. Which idiom describes someone overly focused on creative work?
a) A work of art
b) All art and no play
c) Art imitates life
d) As beautiful as a rose
Answer: b) All art and no play
5. What is the opposite of "art"?
a) N/A
b) Science
c) Music
d) Dance
Answer: a) N/A
