Basic Details
Word: Legion
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large group of soldiers or a large number of people involved in a particular activity.
Synonyms: Army, multitude, crowd
Antonyms: Few, individual, single
Idioms and Phrases
- A legion of fans: Used to describe a very large number of fans. Example: "The band has a legion of fans who follow them everywhere."
- Legions of angels: Referring to a large number of angels or helpers, often used to indicate support. Example: "She felt as if there were legions of angels watching over her during the challenge."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The Roman legion was known for its discipline and strategy in battle.
Example 2: At the event, there was a legion of volunteers helping to organise everything smoothly.
Example 3: The authors legion of readers eagerly awaited the release of her new book.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "legion" originally referred specifically to a division of the Roman army, typically composed of around 4,000 to 6,000 soldiers? Over time, it has been used to describe large groups in various contexts.
Famous Quote
"Legions of people are often ruled by a few individuals." - Author Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "legion" mean?
a) A small group of friends
b) A large group of soldiers or people
c) A kind of animal
d) A book title
Answer: b) A large group of soldiers or people
2. Which of these is a synonym of "legion"?
a) Crowd
b) Cat
c) House
d) Tree
Answer: a) Crowd
3. Which word is an antonym of "legion"?
a) Multitude
b) Few
c) Army
d) Band
Answer: b) Few
4. Which sentence uses "legion" correctly?
a) The legion of ants carried food back to their nest.
b) The legion sang beautifully at the concert.
c) The legion of soldiers marched through the town.
d) The legion ran fast in the race.
Answer: c) The legion of soldiers marched through the town.
5. What does the idiom "a legion of fans" mean?
a) A small group of fans
b) No fans at all
c) A very large number of fans
d) Fans that are not enthusiastic
Answer: c) A very large number of fans
