Basic Details
Word: Balloon
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, flexible sack that can be filled with air or gas and is often used for decoration or play.
Synonyms: Blimp, inflatable, bubble
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Let the balloon go: To stop worrying about something and allow it to happen. Example: "After talking it through, she decided to let the balloon go and focus on her new project."
- Pop the balloon: To ruin a fun or exciting moment. Example: "He didn't mean to pop the balloon when he mentioned the homework due on Friday."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The party was filled with bright, colourful balloons floating in the air.
Example 2: She squealed with delight when her father brought home a giant balloon shaped like a giraffe.
Example 3: During the celebration, the children enjoyed playing games and carefully dodging the playful balloons that bounced everywhere.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first balloons were made from animal bladders or intestines? It wasnt until the 19th century that rubber balloons as we know them today were invented!
Famous Quote
"Life is like a balloon; it can soar to great heights, but it can also deflate quickly if it's not cared for." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "balloon" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A small flexible sack filled with air or gas
c) A kind of plant
d) A hard solid object
Answer: b) A small flexible sack filled with air or gas
2. Which of these is a synonym of "balloon"?
a) Blimp
b) Car
c) Tree
d) Rock
Answer: a) Blimp
3. Which sentence uses "balloon" correctly?
a) The balloon swam in the pool.
b) I popped the balloon with a pin.
c) The balloon sang a song.
d) A balloon can drive a car.
Answer: b) I popped the balloon with a pin.
4. Which idiom means to relax and stop worrying?
a) Let the balloon go
b) Pop the balloon
c) A storm in a teacup
d) A penny for your thoughts
Answer: a) Let the balloon go
5. What is the opposite of "balloon"?
a) N/A
b) Box
c) Table
d) Chair
Answer: a) N/A
