Basic Details
Word: Elimination
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The process of removing or getting rid of something.
Synonyms: Removal, exclusion, eradication
Antonyms: inclusion, retention, preservation
Idioms and Phrases
- Elimination round: A stage in a competition where some contestants are removed. Example: "In the elimination round of the talent show, half of the participants will go home."
- Eliminate the competition: To outshine or outperform others in a competitive setting. Example: "She studied hard to eliminate the competition in the spelling bee."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The elimination of litter from the park made it a much nicer place to visit.
Example 2: Before running the race, she took steps to ensure the elimination of distractions.
Example 3: The team focused on the elimination of mistakes during the final rehearsal.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "elimination" comes from the Latin root "eliminare," which means to "remove" or "destroy"? The prefix "e-" means "out" and "liminare" means "to limit or bound."
Famous Quote
"To be prepared is half the victory." Miguel de Cervantes - This emphasizes the importance of elimination in preparation and planning.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "elimination" mean?
a) To join something
b) The process of removing or getting rid of something
c) A kind of food
d) A type of music
Answer: b) The process of removing or getting rid of something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "elimination"?
a) Inclusion
b) Removal
c) Addition
d) Collection
Answer: b) Removal
3. Which sentence uses "elimination" correctly?
a) The elimination of the kitten was sudden.
b) He experienced elimination after eating spoiled food.
c) The elimination of errors improved the essay's quality.
d) The elimination was loudly in the classroom.
Answer: c) The elimination of errors improved the essay's quality.
4. Which idiom means to get rid of something in a competition?
a) Elimination round
b) Jump to conclusions
c) Burning the midnight oil
d) Breaking the ice
Answer: a) Elimination round
5. What is the opposite of "elimination"?
a) Exclusion
b) Oversight
c) Retention
d) Diagnosis
Answer: c) Retention
