Basic Details
Word: Dilated
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Made larger or wider than normal.
Synonyms: Expanded, widened, enlarged
Antonyms: Constricted, narrowed, reduced
Idioms and Phrases
- Eyes wide open: Used to describe someone who is alert and aware of their surroundings. Example: "After the rollercoaster ride, her eyes were wide open, filled with excitement."
- See the big picture: To understand a situation fully. Example: "To solve the problem effectively, we need to see the big picture, not just the details."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After being in a dark room for a long time, her pupils dilated when she stepped outside into the bright sunlight.
Example 2: The doctor noticed the dilated veins when he examined the patients arm.
Example 3: During the exciting movie scene, his eyes dilated in surprise as the plot unfolded.
Fun Fact
Did you know that dilation of the pupils helps the eye to take in more light, which can improve vision in dimmer conditions? This response is a natural reflex of our bodies!
Famous Quote
"The eyes are the window to the soul." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dilated" mean?
a) Made smaller
b) Made larger or wider
c) Made longer
d) Made darker
Answer: b) Made larger or wider
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dilated"?
a) Narrowed
b) Reduced
c) Expanded
d) Limited
Answer: c) Expanded
3. What is the opposite of "dilated"?
a) Wide
b) Short
c) Constricted
d) Long
Answer: c) Constricted
4. Which sentence uses "dilated" correctly?
a) The cat's dilated pupils showed it was frightened.
b) He dilated his bicycle on the road.
c) The cake was dilated with frosting.
d) She dilated to finish her homework.
Answer: a) The cat's dilated pupils showed it was frightened.
5. Which idiom relates to being alert or aware?
a) Eyes wide open
b) At the crossroads
c) Down to earth
d) Out of the blue
Answer: a) Eyes wide open
