Basic Details
Word: Force
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.
Synonyms: Power, strength, energy
Antonyms: Weakness, fragility
Idioms and Phrases
- Force of nature: A person or thing that is very powerful and unstoppable. Example: "She is a force of nature in the world of science, always discovering new things."
- Under duress: Doing things by force, especially when someone is pressured. Example: "He signed the agreement under duress, as he felt he had no choice."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The force of the wind was so strong that it knocked over several trees.
Example 2: In science class, we learned how force can change the direction or speed of an object.
Example 3: It took a lot of force to push the heavy rock out of the way.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of force is central to Newtons Laws of Motion? Sir Isaac Newton defined force as something that can cause an object to accelerate or change direction.
Famous Quote
"The force of love is the ultimate power in the universe." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "force" mean?
a) A gentle whisper
b) Strength or energy in action
c) A type of food
d) A place to visit
Answer: b) Strength or energy in action
2. Which of these is a synonym of "force"?
a) Weakness
b) Power
c) Light
d) Silence
Answer: b) Power
3. What is the opposite of "force"?
a) Wealth
b) Weakness
c) Happiness
d) Energy
Answer: b) Weakness
4. Which sentence uses "force" correctly?
a) She felt the force of the music in her heart.
b) They bought a new force at the shop.
c) The force was playing outside all day.
d) Everyone was a force at the party.
Answer: a) She felt the force of the music in her heart.
5. Which idiom means something powerful?
a) Forest of trees
b) Force of nature
c) Running out of steam
d) Time flies by
Answer: b) Force of nature
