Basic Details
Word: Cylindrical
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having the shape of a cylinder; like a tube.
Synonyms: Tubular, round, columnar
Antonyms: Flat, square, rectangular
Idioms and Phrases
- Rolling like a cylindrical: Used to describe something that is rolling freely and effortlessly. Example: "The ball was rolling like a cylindrical down the hill."
- Cylindrical thinking: Refers to a way of thinking that is limited or narrow. Example: "His cylindrical thinking prevented him from seeing other solutions to the problem."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The cylindrical shape of the can made it easy to hold and pour the drink.
Example 2: In art class, we learned how to construct a cylindrical vase using clay.
Example 3: The engineer designed a cylindrical tower that would stand tall against strong winds.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the cylinder is one of the simplest shapes in geometry? It has only two flat surfaces, called bases, and one curved surface connecting them!
Famous Quote
"The world is but a canvas to our cylindrical thoughts." A. M. Faruqui
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "cylindrical" mean?
a) Flat and wide
b) Having the shape of a cylinder
c) Small and square
d) Pointed and sharp
Answer: b) Having the shape of a cylinder
2. Which of these is a synonym of "cylindrical"?
a) Flat
b) Round
c) Supported
d) Triangular
Answer: b) Round
3. Which word is an antonym of "cylindrical"?
a) Round
b) Columnar
c) Square
d) Tubular
Answer: c) Square
4. Which sentence uses "cylindrical" correctly?
a) The cylindrical table was hard to fit in the corner.
b) The cylindrical water bottle was hard to drink from.
c) The cylindrical shape helped it roll smoothly.
d) The cylindrical cake was square in shape.
Answer: c) The cylindrical shape helped it roll smoothly.
5. What does "cylindrical thinking" imply?
a) Open-mindedness
b) Limited thoughts
c) Creative solutions
d) Innovative ideas
Answer: b) Limited thoughts
