Basic Details
Word: Kidnap
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To take someone away illegally and secretly by force.
Synonyms: Abduct, seize, snatch
Antonyms: Release, free, liberate
Idioms and Phrases
- Kidnap the show: To attract attention away from others, often in a very surprising manner. Example: "Her performance really kidnapped the show and everyone was talking about it."
- Take the kidnap on the block: To confront challenges bravely, especially in difficult situations. Example: "She had to take the kidnap on the block when her project was due last minute."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The movie's plot revolves around a thrilling attempt to kidnap a wealthy businessman.
Example 2: The police worked hard to ensure that no one would kidnap the children in the neighbourhood.
Example 3: The story told of a brave hero who saved a princess from being kidnapped by an evil sorcerer.
Fun Fact
Interestingly, the word "kidnap" combines "kid," an old phrase meaning "to take" (which can relate to an animal) and "nap," which came from the word "nab," meaning "to grab." It shows the seriousness of the act while using descriptive language.
Famous Quote
"Every kidnapper thinks he has a good reason to take someone away." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "kidnap" mean?
a) To help someone
b) To take someone away illegally
c) To lend a book
d) To throw a party
Answer: b) To take someone away illegally
2. Which of these is a synonym of "kidnap"?
a) Visiting
b) Abduct
c) Encourage
d) Assist
Answer: b) Abduct
3. What is the opposite of "kidnap"?
a) Hide
b) Release
c) Take
d) Snatch
Answer: b) Release
4. Which sentence uses "kidnap" correctly?
a) They decided to kidnap their abandoned pet.
b) The book was about a plan to kidnap the treasure.
c) He wanted to kidnap more chocolate for the party.
d) The alarm rang to stop a kidnap from happening.
Answer: d) The alarm rang to stop a kidnap from happening.
5. Which idiom means to attract attention in a surprising way?
a) Kidnap the show
b) Take the kidnap on the block
c) Hit the nail on the head
d) Jump on the bandwagon
Answer: a) Kidnap the show
