Basic Details
Word: Fracture
Part of Speech: Noun/Verb
Meaning: (Noun) A break or crack in something; (Verb) To break or cause to break.
Synonyms: Break, crack, fissure
Antonyms: Healing, union, joining
Idioms and Phrases
- Fractured dreams: Dreams that are broken or not fulfilled. Example: "After the accident, his hopes for a sports career became fractured dreams."
- Fracture of trust: A loss of trust or faith in someone. Example: "The lie led to a fracture of trust in their friendship."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After falling off his bicycle, Jake had a fracture in his arm and needed a cast.
Example 2: The earthquake caused a fracture in the road, making it difficult for cars to pass.
Example 3: It is important to treat a fracture quickly to ensure proper healing.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "fracture" comes from the Latin word "fractura," which means "to break"? It is used in both medical and geological contexts!
Famous Quote
"What is broken can be mended; what is stolen can be returned; but what is spoken is gone forever." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "fracture" mean?
a) A type of disease
b) A break or crack in something
c) A type of animal
d) A tool for building
Answer: b) A break or crack in something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "fracture"?
a) Repair
b) Break
c) Bond
d) Join
Answer: b) Break
3. Which of the following is the antonym of "fracture"?
a) Split
b) Heal
c) Smash
d) Crack
Answer: b) Heal
4. Which sentence uses "fracture" correctly?
a) The cookie was a perfect fracture.
b) He decided to fracture the decorations.
c) After the fall, she had a fracture in her leg.
d) The book is a fracture of information.
Answer: c) After the fall, she had a fracture in her leg.
5. Which idiom refers to a broken relationship?
a) Fractured dreams
b) As cold as ice
c) Piece of cake
d) The calm before the storm
Answer: a) Fractured dreams
