Basic Details
Word: Capsize
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To overturn or tip over accidentally, especially a boat or ship.
Synonyms: Overturn, flip, upend, roll over
Antonyms: Stabilize, upright, balance
Idioms and Phrases
- Capsize with fear: To be completely overwhelmed by fear. Example: "The small boat seemed to capsize with fear as the storm approached."
- Emotionally capsized: Used metaphorically to describe someone who is emotionally overwhelmed. Example: "She felt emotionally capsized after hearing the shocking news."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The boat capsized during the storm, throwing all the passengers into the water.
Example 2: Be careful not to capsize the canoe while paddling through the rapids.
Example 3: The sailors trained hard to avoid situations that could cause the vessel to capsize.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "capsize" likely comes from the Spanish word *cabezar*, meaning "to sink head first"? It's been used in maritime language since the 18th century.
Famous Quote
"A ship in harbor is safe - but that is not what ships are built for. Just don't capsize while exploring the unknown." Inspired by John A. Shedd
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "capsize" mean?
a) To fix a ship
b) To sail across the ocean
c) To overturn or flip over
d) To anchor at shore
Answer: c) To overturn or flip over
2. Which of these is a synonym of "capsize"?
a) Balance
b) Flip
c) Stabilize
d) Upright
Answer: b) Flip
3. Which is an antonym of "capsize"?
a) Overturn
b) Flip
c) Balance
d) Tip over
Answer: c) Balance
4. Which sentence uses "capsize" correctly?
a) The captain tried to capsize the ship safely.
b) They balanced the boat to avoid a capsize.
c) Strong winds threatened to capsize the tiny raft.
d) He capsized the bicycle on the road.
Answer: c) Strong winds threatened to capsize the tiny raft.
5. What does the idiom "emotionally capsized" mean?
a) Happy and excited
b) Confident and brave
c) Overwhelmed by feelings
d) Calm and composed
Answer: c) Overwhelmed by feelings
