Basic Details
Word: Fat
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having a lot of flesh on the body; not thin.
Synonyms: Chubby, plump, overweight
Antonyms: Thin, slim, lean
Idioms and Phrases
- Fat chance: Indicates that there is very little or no chance of something happening. Example: "He said he would come to the party, but fat chance he'll actually show up!"
- Fat cat: Refers to a wealthy or powerful person, usually with negative connotations. Example: "The fat cats of the company are the only ones making money while the employees struggle."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The fat cat lounged on the windowsill, enjoying the warm sunlight as it napped.
Example 2: She was teased for being fat, but she was proud of her healthy body.
Example 3: After the holiday feast, he felt pleasantly fat and satisfied with all the delicious food.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "fat" comes from the Old English word "ftt," which means "to make fat or to become fat"? Its interesting how the word has evolved over time!
Famous Quote
"It is better to be healthy and fat than to be thin and sick." An unknown author
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fat" mean?
a) Having a lot of flesh on the body
b) Very tall
c) Very small
d) Lacking energy
Answer: a) Having a lot of flesh on the body
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fat"?
a) Lean
b) Chubby
c) Thin
d) Slender
Answer: b) Chubby
3. Which sentence uses "fat" correctly?
a) The fat balloon floated away.
b) The fat dog wagged its tail happily.
c) She wanted the fat banana.
d) The fat tree grew too slowly.
Answer: b) The fat dog wagged its tail happily.
4. Which idiom suggests that something is unlikely to happen?
a) Fat chance
b) Fit as a fiddle
c) Fat cat
d) In a pickle
Answer: a) Fat chance
5. What is the opposite of "fat"?
a) Overweight
b) Slim
c) Chubby
d) Plump
Answer: b) Slim
