Spell Bee Word: faster

Basic Details

Word: Fast

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Moving or capable of moving at high speed.

Synonyms: Quick, speedy, rapid

Antonyms: Slow, sluggish

Idioms and Phrases

1. Fast track: To accelerate progress or advancement. Example: "She took the fast track to success by working hard and being dedicated."
2. Fast and loose: To act in a careless or deceitful manner. Example: "He played fast and loose with the truth, which led to misunderstandings."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The cheetah is the fastest land animal, capable of running up to 75 miles per hour.

Example 2: As the race began, the runners took off at a fast pace.

Example 3: She completed her homework so fast that she had time to play before dinner.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "fast" comes from the Old English word "fst," which means firmly held? Over time, it evolved to describe speed and quickness.

Famous Quote

"Time is what we want most, but what we use worst." William Penn

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "fast" mean?

a) Not moving
b) Moving at high speed
c) Weighty
d) Loud

Answer: b) Moving at high speed

2. Which of these is a synonym of "fast"?

a) Slow
b) Sluggish
c) Rapid
d) Heavy

Answer: c) Rapid

3. Which sentence uses "fast" correctly?

a) The turtle is fast in the race.
b) She finished the book fast.
c) The car drove fast down the road.
d) They walked fast to the picnic.

Answer: c) The car drove fast down the road.

4. Which idiom means to promote quick progress?

a) Slow and steady
b) Fast track
c) Fast and loose
d) As fast as lightning

Answer: b) Fast track

5. What is the opposite of "fast"?

a) Quick
b) Fast
c) Slow
d) Bright

Answer: c) Slow