Basic Details
Word: Circle
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A round shape where every point is the same distance from the centre.
Synonyms: Ring, wheel
Antonyms: Square, triangle
Idioms and Phrases
- Run in circles: To be busy doing things but not getting anywhere. Example: "I felt like I was running in circles while trying to solve the puzzle."
- Back to square one: To return to the beginning after a failure. Example: "After our plan didnt work out, we were back to square one on finding a solution."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children drew a large circle on the ground with chalk and played games inside it.
Example 2: The bicycle wheel is a perfect circle, allowing it to roll smoothly.
Example 3: When we look at the Earth from space, we see that it is a big circle.
Fun Fact
Did you know that circles have been used for thousands of years in art and architecture? Ancient cultures believed that circles represented eternity because they have no beginning and no end.
Famous Quote
"Everything which is round, is beautiful." As quoted by English proverbs.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "circle" mean?
a) A point
b) A square
c) A round shape
d) A triangle
Answer: c) A round shape
2. Which of these is a synonym of "circle"?
a) Square
b) Ring
c) Line
d) Point
Answer: b) Ring
3. Which of these is an antonym of "circle"?
a) Round
b) Triangle
c) Wheel
d) Disc
Answer: b) Triangle
4. Which sentence uses "circle" correctly?
a) They formed a circle to discuss the project.
b) The circle jumped over the fence.
c) The circle sat on the table.
d) The circle is swimming in the pool.
Answer: a) They formed a circle to discuss the project.
5. Which idiom means you are busy but not achieving anything?
a) Back to square one
b) Run in circles
c) The world is your oyster
d) All in a day's work
Answer: b) Run in circles
