Basic Details
Word: Balmy
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Pleasantly warm or mild; can also mean calming or soothing.
Synonyms: Mild, temperate, pleasant
Antonyms: Frigid, chilly, harsh
Idioms and Phrases
- Balmy days: Refers to days that are pleasantly warm. Example: "We enjoyed walking in the park on those balmy days of summer."
- Balmy breeze: A gentle, pleasant wind. Example: "The balmy breeze off the ocean made our picnic enjoyable."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The balmy weather made it a perfect day for a picnic in the park.
Example 2: As the sun set, a balmy breeze drifted through the open window.
Example 3: She loved the balmy atmosphere of the south during winter compared to the cold of the north.
Fun Fact
The word "balmy" originally referred to balm, a soothing ointment made from plants. It evolved to describe gentle, soothing weather that feels like a healing balm.
Famous Quote
"In the balmy evening air, I felt peace settle over me like a warm blanket." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "balmy" mean?
a) Very cold
b) Pleasantly warm or mild
c) Extremely dry
d) Stormy
Answer: b) Pleasantly warm or mild
2. Which of these is a synonym of "balmy"?
a) Harsh
b) Frigid
c) Mild
d) Scorching
Answer: c) Mild
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "balmy"?
a) Mild
b) Pleasant
c) Chilly
d) Warm
Answer: c) Chilly
4. Which sentence uses "balmy" correctly?
a) The balmy day was perfect for swimming in the cold lake.
b) She wore a balmy coat during the snowstorm.
c) We enjoyed a balmy picnic under the clear blue sky.
d) He was balmy when he ate ice cream in winter.
Answer: c) We enjoyed a balmy picnic under the clear blue sky.
5. Which idiom means the same as "balmy"?
a) Balmy breeze
b) Bitter cold
c) Hit the hay
d) Bend over backwards
Answer: a) Balmy breeze
