Basic Details
Word: Concrete
Part of Speech: Noun and Adjective
Meaning: Noun: A building material made from cement, water, and aggregate. Adjective: Something that is real and specific, not abstract.
Synonyms: Cement, tangible, solid
Antonyms: Abstract, vague, imaginary
Idioms and Phrases
- Put to concrete: To take a plan and make it real or actionable. Example: "After months of discussion, we finally put our ideas to concrete and began the project."
- Concrete jungle: A term used to describe a city filled with tall buildings and little green space. Example: "Living in a concrete jungle makes me miss nature and wide-open spaces."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The workers poured wet concrete into the moulds to create strong foundations for the building.
Example 2: The architect presented a concrete plan that outlined how the new park would look with trees and walking paths.
Example 3: In her speech, she provided concrete examples of how the new policy would benefit students and teachers.
Fun Fact
Did you know that concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in the world? The Great Wall of China and the Pantheon in Rome both used concrete in their construction!
Famous Quote
"Concrete is the material of our age, and I see its beauty in its strength and its versatility." - David Chipperfield
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "concrete" mean as a noun?
a) A type of flower
b) A building material
c) A kind of food
d) A type of fabric
Answer: b) A building material
2. Which of these is a synonym of "concrete" (adjective)?
a) Abstract
b) Tangible
c) Vague
d) Dreamlike
Answer: b) Tangible
3. Which sentence uses "concrete" correctly?
a) The concrete jumped high in the air.
b) We need concrete ideas to solve the problem.
c) She felt concrete when she was sad.
d) The concrete was swimming in the pool.
Answer: b) We need concrete ideas to solve the problem.
4. Which idiom means to make a plan real?
a) Cold as ice
b) Put to concrete
c) As easy as pie
d) A stitch in time
Answer: b) Put to concrete
5. What is the opposite of "concrete" when referring to ideas?
a) Clear
b) Abstract
c) Tangible
d) Solid
Answer: b) Abstract
