Basic Details
Word: Difficulty
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The state of being hard to do or understand; a challenge.
Synonyms: Challenge, problem, obstacle
Antonyms: Ease, simplicity, comfort
Idioms and Phrases
- Out of the frying pan and into the fire: To go from a difficult situation to an even more difficult one. Example: "After failing one exam, I found myself out of the frying pan and into the fire when I realised I had two more to study for."
- Easy does it: A phrase used to suggest that someone should proceed carefully, especially when facing difficulty. Example: "When building the Lego set, remember that easy does it to prevent breaking any pieces."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He faced a great difficulty when trying to solve the complicated puzzle.
Example 2: Many students experience difficulty with maths at first, but they can improve with practice.
Example 3: The hikers encountered difficulty while climbing the steep hill, but they didnt give up.
Fun Fact
The word "difficulty" comes from the Latin word "difficultas," meaning "hard to deal with," and has been used in English since the 14th century!
Famous Quote
"The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it." - Molire
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "difficulty" mean?
a) The ease of doing something
b) A challenge or hard situation
c) Something that is simple
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A challenge or hard situation
2. Which of these is a synonym of "difficulty"?
a) Problem
b) Solution
c) Joy
d) Friend
Answer: a) Problem
3. What is an antonym of "difficulty"?
a) Challenge
b) Obstacle
c) Ease
d) Problem
Answer: c) Ease
4. Which sentence uses "difficulty" correctly?
a) She had difficulty in reading the book because the words were too small.
b) The difficulty was eating my dinner quickly.
c) My difficulty is very tasty.
d) They enjoyed difficulty at the park.
Answer: a) She had difficulty in reading the book because the words were too small.
5. What does the idiom "easy does it" mean?
a) Rush to finish a task
b) Proceed carefully when facing difficulty
c) Celebrate success
d) Ignore challenges
Answer: b) Proceed carefully when facing difficulty
