Spell Bee Word: circumscribe

Basic Details

Word: Circumscribe

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To draw a line around something; to limit or restrict something.

Synonyms: Restrict, confine, limit

Antonyms: Expand, free, liberate

Idioms and Phrases

1. Think outside the box: To think creatively, not limited by conventional boundaries. Example: "The team's project truly allowed them to think outside the box."
2. Break the mould: To do something in a new way that is different from previous methods. Example: "Her approach to solving problems seemed to break the mould, providing fresh solutions."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The teacher wanted to circumscribe the project so that students stayed focused on the main topic.

Example 2: The city council decided to circumscribe the new building plans to protect the historical site.

Example 3: By using a fence, we can circumscribe the area where the children play to ensure their safety.

Fun Fact

The word "circumscribe" comes from the Latin word "circumscribere" which means "to draw a line around." It reflects the idea of setting boundaries or limits.

Famous Quote

"The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence; it is to act with yesterday’s logic." Peter Drucker

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "circumscribe" mean?

a) To draw a line around something
b) To expand something
c) To ignore something
d) To create something

Answer: a) To draw a line around something

2. Which of these is a synonym of "circumscribe"?

a) Expand
b) Restrict
c) Ignore
d) Abandon

Answer: b) Restrict

3. What is an antonym of "circumscribe"?

a) Limit
b) Constrain
c) Free
d) Define

Answer: c) Free

4. Which sentence uses "circumscribe" correctly?

a) We circumscribe the meeting to discuss the budget.
b) The cat circumscribed the room with its meows.
c) She circumscribed her newly found recipe with sprinkles.
d) He circumscribed a picture with crayons.

Answer: a) We circumscribe the meeting to discuss the budget.

5. Which idiom suggests breaking boundaries?

a) Break the mould
b) Stick to the rules
c) Keep it simple
d) Play by the book

Answer: a) Break the mould