Basic Details
Word: Grimace
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: A facial expression showing pain, disgust, or annoyance.
Synonyms: Scowl, grimace, frown
Antonyms: Smile, grin
Idioms and Phrases
- Grimace and bear it: To tolerate an unpleasant situation with a bad expression. Example: "He had to grimace and bear it when he realised the exam was much harder than he expected."
- Curdle your blood with a grimace: To look so shocked or scared that it makes your blood feel cold. Example: "The horror movie was so scary that it caused many to curdle their blood with a grimace."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She couldn't help but grimace when she bit into the sour lemon.
Example 2: The athlete made a grimace of pain after twisting his ankle during the game.
Example 3: He tried to hide his discomfort but couldn't avoid a grimace when she mentioned the topic.
Fun Fact
The word "grimace" comes from the French word "grimacer," which means to make a face. It's interesting how the expression itself often indicates feelings such as pain or displeasure, making it a powerful part of communication.
Famous Quote
"A grimace is a smile turned inside out." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "grimace" mean?
a) A happy expression
b) A facial expression showing pain or disgust
c) A type of dance
d) A kind of flower
Answer: b) A facial expression showing pain or disgust
2. Which of these is a synonym of "grimace"?
a) Smile
b) Grin
c) Frown
d) Laughter
Answer: c) Frown
3. Which sentence uses "grimace" correctly?
a) The child made a grimace when she saw the spider.
b) The grimace sang beautifully at the concert.
c) He bought a grimace from the store.
d) A grimace is a kind of candy.
Answer: a) The child made a grimace when she saw the spider.
4. Which idiom means to endure something unpleasant?
a) Smile and wave
b) Grimace and bear it
c) Jump for joy
d) Sing a different tune
Answer: b) Grimace and bear it
5. What is the opposite of "grimace"?
a) Frown
b) Grimace
c) Smile
d) Scowl
Answer: c) Smile
