Basic Details
Word: Crest
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The top of something; a high point or peak, often referring to a hill or wave.
Synonyms: Peak, summit, top, pinnacle
Antonyms: Bottom, base, valley, trough
Idioms and Phrases
- At the crest of a wave: At the peak of success or popularity. Example: "The singer was at the crest of a wave after her latest album topped the charts."
- Crestfallen: Feeling sad or disappointed. Example: "He was crestfallen after he found out he didn't get the part in the school play."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The hiker stood triumphantly at the crest of the mountain, enjoying the breathtaking view.
Example 2: The fountain's water shot high into the air, creating a beautiful crest that caught the sunlight.
Example 3: As the waves rolled in, they reached a crest before crashing on the shore with a loud splash.
Fun Fact
The term "crest" comes from the Latin word "crista," meaning "tuft of feathers" or "hair." It was originally used to describe the ornamental top of a helmet or a bird's feathers on its head.
Famous Quote
"Success is not the crest of a wave but the rising tide of hard work and determination." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "crest" mean?
a) The bottom of a river
b) The top of something
c) A type of flower
d) A measurement of distance
Answer: b) The top of something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "crest"?
a) Base
b) Valley
c) Peak
d) Ground
Answer: c) Peak
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "crest"?
a) Pinnacle
b) Summit
c) Bottom
d) Top
Answer: c) Bottom
4. Which sentence uses "crest" correctly?
a) The crest of the hill was covered in beautiful flowers.
b) The crest of the cake was too sweet to eat.
c) She crested her homework finished yesterday.
d) The crest runs fast across the field.
Answer: a) The crest of the hill was covered in beautiful flowers.
5. What does it mean to be "crestfallen"?
a) To feel very happy
b) To feel sad or disappointed
c) To feel energetic
d) To feel confused
Answer: b) To feel sad or disappointed
