Basic Details
Word: Capsize
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To overturn or flip over, especially a boat or ship.
Synonyms: Overturn, tip over, upend
Antonyms: Stabilise, steady, right
Idioms and Phrases
- Capsize and sink: To fail completely or to come to a disastrous end. Example: "The project was going well until mismanagement caused it to capsize and sink."
- Don't rock the boat: To avoid causing trouble or upset a stable situation. Example: "Everything is going smoothly at the office, so let's not rock the boat."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The strong winds caused the small boat to capsize, leaving the sailors in the water.
Example 2: He was very careful while sailing, always checking to ensure the boat would not capsize.
Example 3: During the storm, many boats were at risk of capsizing due to the high waves.
Fun Fact
Did you know that boats can capsize due to several factors including weight distribution, weather conditions, and the design of the vessel? Proper training can help prevent capsizing.
Famous Quote
"A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "capsize" mean?
a) To float
b) To overturn a boat
c) To anchor a ship
d) To sail smoothly
Answer: b) To overturn a boat
2. Which of these is a synonym for "capsize"?
a) Steady
b) Overturn
c) Anchor
d) Launch
Answer: b) Overturn
3. What is an antonym of "capsize"?
a) Overturn
b) Sink
c) Stabilise
d) Tip over
Answer: c) Stabilise
4. Which sentence uses "capsize" correctly?
a) The boat will capsize if everyone sits on one side.
b) The capsizing clock is on the shelf.
c) She loves to capsize pasta for dinner.
d) We will capsize to the beach tomorrow.
Answer: a) The boat will capsize if everyone sits on one side.
5. Which idiom means to completely fail?
a) Don't rock the boat
b) Capsize and sink
c) Right as rain
d) Calm before the storm
Answer: b) Capsize and sink
