Basic Details
Word: Glance
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To look quickly at something.
Synonyms: Peek, glance over, take a quick look
Antonyms: Stare, gaze
Idioms and Phrases
- At a glance: To understand something quickly or easily. Example: "At a glance, I could tell the book was very interesting."
- Give a fleeting glance: To look at something for a very short time. Example: "She gave a fleeting glance at her watch before rushing out."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He took a quick glance at the clock and realised he was late for class.
Example 2: When I glanced out of the window, I saw a beautiful rainbow in the sky.
Example 3: She gave her notes a brief glance before the test to refresh her memory.
Fun Fact
The word "glance" comes from the Middle English word "glancen," which means "to shine" or "to glance off," reflecting how a quick look can light up our awareness of something.
Famous Quote
"You can tell the character of every man when you see his eyes. They are the windows to his soul and if you glance into them you will see the truth." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "glance" mean?
a) To look quickly at something
b) To stare at something
c) To close your eyes
d) To run very fast
Answer: a) To look quickly at something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "glance"?
a) Stare
b) Peek
c) Gaze
d) Observe
Answer: b) Peek
3. Which of these is an antonym of "glance"?
a) Look
b) Peek
c) Stare
d) Watch
Answer: c) Stare
4. Which sentence uses "glance" correctly?
a) She glanced around the room and smiled.
b) He glanced at his homework and forgot it.
c) The dog glanced the ball far away.
d) They glanced while they were cooking.
Answer: a) She glanced around the room and smiled.
5. Which idiom means to understand something quickly?
a) Give a fleeting glance
b) At a glance
c) Run out of ideas
d) Take a long look
Answer: b) At a glance
