Basic Details
Word: Drip
Part of Speech: Verb / Noun
Meaning: To fall or flow in small drops; a sound made when liquid falls drop by drop.
Synonyms: Trickle, leak, drop
Antonyms: Pour, gush, flood
Idioms and Phrases
- Drip with sarcasm: To speak in a way that shows you are being sarcastic. Example: "Her comments were so sharp, they dripped with sarcasm."
- Go for a drip: To make a small, quiet attempt at doing something. Example: "He decided to go for a drip and share his art with his friends."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tap in the kitchen was so old that it would drip all night, making a constant sound.
Example 2: As the rain began to fall, I could hear it drip onto the roof in a rhythmic pattern.
Example 3: She watched the icicle drip as the sun warmed up, creating tiny puddles beneath it.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the sound of water dripping is often used in films to create suspense? It can make viewers feel anxious and is commonly used in horror movies!
Famous Quote
"Just like water drips from a tap, so too does knowledge flow from those who seek it." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "drip" mean?
a) To flow in drops
b) To jump
c) To run fast
d) To laugh loudly
Answer: a) To flow in drops
2. Which of these is a synonym of "drip"?
a) Pour
b) Leak
c) Splash
d) Catch
Answer: b) Leak
3. What is an antonym of "drip"?
a) Trickle
b) Drop
c) Gush
d) Leak
Answer: c) Gush
4. Which sentence uses "drip" correctly?
a) The water will drip down from the ceiling.
b) I will drip to the store.
c) The flower began to drip in the sunlight.
d) She decided to drip her homework.
Answer: a) The water will drip down from the ceiling.
5. What does "drip with sarcasm" mean?
a) To be serious
b) To show sadness
c) To communicate in a sarcastic way
d) To laugh loudly
Answer: c) To communicate in a sarcastic way
