Basic Details
Word: Earthbound
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Stuck or limited to the earth; not able to fly or leave the ground.
Synonyms: Grounded, terrestrial
Antonyms: Flight-bound, airborne
Idioms and Phrases
- Earthbound problems: Issues or challenges that are practical and down-to-earth. Example: "They were focused on earthbound problems, such as pollution and waste management."
- Stay grounded: To remain realistic and practical in one's thinking. Example: "Even after winning the competition, she made sure to stay grounded and remember her roots."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Despite his dreams of flying, he remained earthbound, working on his inventions in the garage.
Example 2: Animals that are earthbound often have adapted skills to survive and thrive on land.
Example 3: The story follows an earthbound hero who fights against evil without any magical powers.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "earthbound" can also refer to certain types of mythical creatures that live on earth rather than in the sky or sea? This concept appears in many cultures' folklore!
Famous Quote
"We are all earthbound, but our imaginations can soar beyond the limits of reality." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "earthbound" mean?
a) Able to fly
b) Stuck on the ground
c) A type of plant
d) A kind of cloud
Answer: b) Stuck on the ground
2. Which of these is a synonym of "earthbound"?
a) Flight-bound
b) Grounded
c) Soaring
d) Floating
Answer: b) Grounded
3. Which sentence uses "earthbound" correctly?
a) The earthbound bird sang beautifully from the top of the tree.
b) The earthbound vehicles moved steadily along the road.
c) The astronaut felt earthbound in the spaceship.
d) The earthbound fish swam happily through the air.
Answer: b) The earthbound vehicles moved steadily along the road.
4. Which idiom means the same as "earthbound"?
a) Stay grounded
b) Up in the air
c) Down to the wire
d) High and dry
Answer: a) Stay grounded
5. What is the opposite of "earthbound"?
a) Grounded
b) Flight-bound
c) Heavy
d) Subterranean
Answer: b) Flight-bound
