Basic Details
Word: Evil
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is very bad, harmful, or wicked.
Synonyms: Wicked, malevolent, immoral
Antonyms: Good, virtuous, kind
Idioms and Phrases
- Speak of the devil: Used when someone mentioned unexpectedly appears. Example: "We were talking about Tom, and then he walked in; speak of the devil!"
- Devil's advocate: To argue against a popular opinion for the sake of debate. Example: "I don't agree with you, but I'll play devil's advocate and point out some flaws in your argument."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The villain in the story was so evil that everyone feared him.
Example 2: She did not want to watch the film because it portrayed evil characters.
Example 3: The evil witch cast a spell that turned the prince into a frog.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of evil can be found in many cultures and religions? Different stories and beliefs define what is considered evil differently, making it a fascinating topic to explore!
Famous Quote
"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Edmund Burke
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "evil" mean?
a) A kind and loving person
b) Something very bad or wicked
c) A friendly animal
d) A beautiful place
Answer: b) Something very bad or wicked
2. Which of these is a synonym of "evil"?
a) Virtuous
b) Kind
c) Wicked
d) Friendly
Answer: c) Wicked
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "evil"?
a) Bad
b) Good
c) Wicked
d) Malevolent
Answer: b) Good
4. Which sentence uses "evil" correctly?
a) The evil wizard cast a spell on the village.
b) The evil cat slept all day.
c) The evil flower grew in the garden.
d) The evil sun shone brightly.
Answer: a) The evil wizard cast a spell on the village.
5. What does "speak of the devil" mean?
a) To speak about someone nice.
b) To mention someone and they appear.
c) To praise someone.
d) To ignore someone.
Answer: b) To mention someone and they appear.
