Basic Details
Word: Gorgeous
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very beautiful or attractive.
Synonyms: Stunning, lovely, beautiful, attractive
Antonyms: Ugly, unattractive, plain
Idioms and Phrases
- Gorgeous day: A day that is especially beautiful or pleasant. Example: "Lets go for a picnic, its a gorgeous day outside!"
- Gorgeous as a summers day: Used to describe someone or something that is exceptionally beautiful. Example: "Her dress was gorgeous as a summers day, making her the centre of attention at the party."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The sunset was gorgeous, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink.
Example 2: She wore a gorgeous blue dress that twinkled under the lights.
Example 3: The garden was full of gorgeous flowers, each one blooming brightly in the sunlight.
Fun Fact
The word "gorgeous" comes from the Old French word "gorgias," meaning "elegant" or "stylish." It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is exceptionally beautiful.
Famous Quote
"A thing of beauty is a joy forever." John Keats
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "gorgeous" mean?
a) Very ugly
b) Very beautiful
c) Very small
d) Very loud
Answer: b) Very beautiful
2. Which of these is a synonym of "gorgeous"?
a) Ugly
b) Stunning
c) Ordinary
d) Boring
Answer: b) Stunning
3. Which sentence uses "gorgeous" correctly?
a) The gorgeous rock rolled down the hill.
b) The gorgeous cat chased its tail.
c) The girl looked gorgeous in her new dress.
d) The gorgeous cat ate dinner.
Answer: c) The girl looked gorgeous in her new dress.
4. Which idiom means the same as "gorgeous"?
a) Gorgeous day
b) As busy as a bee
c) Hit the nail on the head
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) Gorgeous day
5. What is the opposite of "gorgeous"?
a) Beautiful
b) Stunning
c) Plain
d) Lovely
Answer: c) Plain
