Spell Bee Word: come

Basic Details

Word: Come

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To move or travel toward or into a place thought of as near or familiar to the speaker.

Synonyms: Arrive, approach, reach

Antonyms: Go, leave, depart

Idioms and Phrases

1. Come what may: No matter what happens. Example: "I'll stand by you, come what may."
2. Come to light: To become known or revealed. Example: "The truth finally came to light after many years."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She will come to the party later this evening.

Example 2: He came running when he heard his name called.

Example 3: Spring has finally come after a long winter.

Fun Fact

The word "come" has roots in Old English "cuman," meaning "to move with the purpose of reaching," and is one of the most commonly used verbs in English, appearing in various phrasal verbs and idioms.

Famous Quote

"Good things come to those who wait." - Proverb

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "come" mean?

a) To move toward or reach a place
b) To stay in one spot
c) To go away
d) To sleep

Answer: a) To move toward or reach a place

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

a) Depart
b) Approach
c) Leave
d) Exit

Answer: b) Approach

3. Which is an antonym of "come"?

a) Arrive
b) Reach
c) Go
d) Approach

Answer: c) Go

4. Which sentence uses "come" correctly?

a) She will come to school early tomorrow.
b) He come yesterday to the park.
c) They comes every weekend.
d) I am come late.

Answer: a) She will come to school early tomorrow.

5. What does the idiom "come to light" mean?

a) To become dark
b) To be revealed or discovered
c) To go to a place
d) To get lost

Answer: b) To be revealed or discovered