Basic Details
Word: Atlas
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A book of maps and charts that shows different places and their features.
Synonyms: Mapbook, Cartography
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Atlas of the world: Refers to having a broad knowledge of many places around the world. Example: "She has become an atlas of the world, able to name capitals of almost every country."
- He's lost in an atlas: Used to describe someone who is confused or struggling to find their way. Example: "During the trip, he looked so puzzled that it seemed he's lost in an atlas."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Before we embark on our journey, lets study the atlas to understand the route we will take.
Example 2: The school provided each student with an atlas to help us learn about the geography of different countries.
Example 3: While researching the mountain ranges, I found an interesting illustration in my atlas showing their heights.
Fun Fact
The term "atlas" originates from Greek mythology, where Atlas was a Titan condemned to hold up the sky for eternity. In the 16th century, the name was used for a collection of maps because of the common imagery of Atlas holding the globe.
Famous Quote
"Without geography, you are nowhere." Jim Harbaugh
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "atlas" mean?
a) A collection of stories
b) A book of maps and charts
c) A type of animal
d) A kind of musical instrument
Answer: b) A book of maps and charts
2. Which of these is a synonym of "atlas"?
a) Mapbook
b) Handbook
c) Diary
d) Cookbook
Answer: a) Mapbook
3. Which sentence uses "atlas" correctly?
a) The atlas is filled with different kinds of fish.
b) We looked up the country in the atlas before travelling.
c) She read her atlas like a novel.
d) The atlas sang beautifully.
Answer: b) We looked up the country in the atlas before travelling.
4. Which idiom means having extensive knowledge of different places?
a) Atlas of the world
b) Lost in an atlas
c) A journey begins
d) A tale of two cities
Answer: a) Atlas of the world
5. What is the opposite of "atlas"?
a) N/A
b) Novel
c) Cookbook
d) Journal
Answer: a) N/A
