Basic Details
Word: Fill
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To make something full; to occupy space or supply something completely.
Synonyms: Load, stuff, pack, occupy, supply
Antonyms: Empty, drain, vacate, deplete
Idioms and Phrases
- Fill the bill: To be exactly what is needed.
Example: "This small car will fill the bill for our short trips."
- Fill in the blanks: To provide missing information.
Example: "Can you fill in the blanks on this form?"
- Fill one's shoes: To take over someone's role or responsibilities successfully.
Example: "It will be hard to fill her shoes after she retires."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She used a bucket to fill the tank with water.
Example 2: The stadium was filled with excited fans waiting for the match.
Example 3: Please fill out this form before submitting it to the office.
Fun Fact
The word "fill" originates from the Old English word "fyllan," which means "to make full." It has been used since before the 12th century in both literal and figurative senses.
Famous Quote
"Fill your paper with the breathings of your heart." - William Wordsworth
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fill" mean?
a) To make something empty
b) To make something full
c) To break something
d) To forget something
Answer: b) To make something full
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fill"?
a) Drain
b) Empty
c) Supply
d) Vacate
Answer: c) Supply
3. Which is an antonym of "fill"?
a) Pack
b) Empty
c) Load
d) Stuff
Answer: b) Empty
4. Which sentence uses "fill" correctly?
a) Please fill the glass with juice.
b) He fill his shoes every day.
c) The teacher fill out walking home.
d) She empty fill the basket.
Answer: a) Please fill the glass with juice.
5. What does the idiom "fill the bill" mean?
a) To pay for food
b) To match the requirement
c) To write on a bill
d) To empty a container
Answer: b) To match the requirement
