Basic Details
Word: Dried
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that has had its moisture removed, usually to preserve it or make it lighter.
Synonyms: Desiccated, dehydrated, shrivelled
Antonyms: Fresh, moist, wet
Idioms and Phrases
- All dried up: Used to describe something that has stopped being productive or useful. Example: "After years of exploring, his excitement for the project seemed all dried up."
- Like watching paint dry: Refers to something that is very boring. Example: "The lecture was like watching paint dry, and I struggled to stay awake."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The dried fruit was sweet and chewy, making it a tasty snack.
Example 2: She added dried herbs to the soup to give it a more robust flavour.
Example 3: After the rain, we found puddles, but soon the sun dried everything up quickly.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the process of drying fruits and vegetables can preserve them for months or even years? This method dates back to ancient times when people needed to store food without refrigeration.
Famous Quote
"Life would be sweet like dried apricots." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dried" mean?
a) Something that is covered with water
b) Something that has had its moisture removed
c) Something very fresh
d) Something frozen
Answer: b) Something that has had its moisture removed
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dried"?
a) Moist
b) Fresh
c) Dehydrated
d) Wet
Answer: c) Dehydrated
3. Which of these words is an antonym of "dried"?
a) Desiccated
b) Fresh
c) Shrivelled
d) Dehydrated
Answer: b) Fresh
4. Which sentence uses "dried" correctly?
a) The dried flowers were a beautiful decoration in the room.
b) The dried water was refreshing to drink.
c) The dried balloon floated in the air.
d) The dried car drove down the street.
Answer: a) The dried flowers were a beautiful decoration in the room.
5. Which idiom means that something is no longer useful or productive?
a) Like watching paint dry
b) All dried up
c) Fresh as a daisy
d) Wet behind the ears
Answer: b) All dried up
