Basic Details
Word: Blame
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To say that someone is responsible for something bad that has happened.
Synonyms: Accuse, fault, charge
Antonyms: Praise, defend, excuse
Idioms and Phrases
- Pass the blame: To make someone else responsible for a mistake. Example: "During the meeting, he tried to pass the blame for the missed deadline onto his colleague."
- Blame game: A situation where people try to blame each other for a problem instead of solving it. Example: "Instead of helping each other, they focused on playing the blame game."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She didnt want to blame her friends for the mistake, even though it was their idea.
Example 2: Its not fair to blame him for something he didnt do.
Example 3: Instead of blaming others, we should work together to find a solution to the problem.
Fun Fact
The word "blame" comes from the Latin word blasphemare, which means to speak evil of. It has evolved over time but still carries the connotation of assigning fault or responsibility.
Famous Quote
"Don't blame people for disappointing you; blame yourself for expecting too much from them." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blame" mean?
a) To praise someone
b) To ignore a problem
c) To say someone is responsible for something bad
d) To help someone
Answer: c) To say someone is responsible for something bad
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blame"?
a) Praise
b) Excuse
c) Accuse
d) Defend
Answer: c) Accuse
3. Which word is an antonym of "blame"?
a) Charge
b) Fault
c) Defend
d) Accuse
Answer: c) Defend
4. Which sentence uses "blame" correctly?
a) She tried to blame him for breaking the vase.
b) He was to blame by the team for their victory.
c) The dog was blamed for sleeping in the yard.
d) They didn't blame the sun for shining brightly.
Answer: a) She tried to blame him for breaking the vase.
5. Which idiom refers to shifting responsibility onto someone else?
a) Pass the blame
b) Blame game
c) The blame is all mine
d) Under the weather
Answer: a) Pass the blame
