Spell Bee Word: last

Basic Details

Word: Last

Part of Speech: Adjective / Verb / Noun

Meaning: Adjective: Coming after all others in time or order; Verb: To continue for a specified period; Noun: The end or final part of something.

Synonyms: Final, end, ultimate, continue, endure

Antonyms: First, beginning, start, ephemeral

Idioms and Phrases

1. Make it last: To use something carefully so it continues for a long time. Example: "We need to make this supply last until the next shipment."
2. At last: Finally, after a long wait or delay. Example: "At last, the package arrived."

Usage Examples

Example 1: This is the last chapter of the book.

Example 2: The meeting lasted for two hours.

Example 3: He finally won the race at last.

Fun Fact

The word "last" comes from Old English "læstan," meaning "to continue, endure, or remain."

Famous Quote

"What lasts forever is the impression you leave on others." - Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "last" mean as an adjective?

a) First
b) Final
c) Temporary
d) Beginning

Answer: b) Final

2. Which is a synonym of "last"?

a) End
b) Start
c) Ephemeral
d) Initial

Answer: a) End

3. Which is an antonym of "last"?

a) Ultimate
b) Beginning
c) End
d) Continue

Answer: b) Beginning

4. Which sentence uses "last" correctly?

a) The concert lasted three hours.
b) He last the game yesterday.
c) She last her homework.
d) They last to the park.

Answer: a) The concert lasted three hours.

5. What does the idiom "at last" mean?

a) Immediately
b) After a long wait
c) Never
d) Soon

Answer: b) After a long wait