Basic Details
Word: Gush
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To flow out rapidly and in a large amount; to express something in an enthusiastic or excessive way.
Synonyms: Pour, spew, flow
Antonyms: Reserve, hold back, contain
Idioms and Phrases
- Gush over: To praise someone or something very enthusiastically. Example: "She started to gush over the beautiful dress she saw online."
- Gushed like a fountain: To talk excessively and excitedly about something. Example: "He gushed like a fountain when he met his favourite author at the book signing."
Usage Examples
Example 1: When the kids opened the fire hydrant, water gushed out and made a huge splash in the street.
Example 2: She couldn't help but gush about the lovely gift her friend gave her on her birthday.
Example 3: The lava began to gush from the volcano, creating a spectacular sight for everyone watching.
Fun Fact
The word "gush" originally comes from the Middle French word "gouffer," which means "to flow in a strong current." It is often associated with things that come out quickly and uncontrollably!
Famous Quote
"The heart is like a fountain, it gushes forth its love and compassion." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "gush" mean?
a) To flow slowly
b) To pour out rapidly
c) To stop completely
d) To fall down
Answer: b) To pour out rapidly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "gush"?
a) Whisper
b) Flow
c) Hold back
d) Contain
Answer: b) Flow
3. What is an antonym of "gush"?
a) Pour
b) Reserve
c) Spew
d) Flow
Answer: b) Reserve
4. Which sentence uses "gush" correctly?
a) The river began to gush over the rocks.
b) The cat gushed out of the house.
c) She tried to gush quietly.
d) He gushed silently.
Answer: a) The river began to gush over the rocks.
5. Which idiom relates to "gush"?
a) Gush over
b) Cold as ice
c) As clear as mud
d) To go against the current
Answer: a) Gush over
