Basic Details
Word: Life
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the ability to grow, reproduce, and respond to stimuli.
Synonyms: Existence, living, being
Antonyms: Death, cessation
Idioms and Phrases
- Life is a journey: A saying that indicates life is full of experiences and changes. Example: "Remember, life is a journey, enjoy every step along the way."
- Get a life: A way to tell someone to stop being overly focused on something trivial and to engage in more meaningful activities. Example: "You should really get a life instead of worrying about your friend's minor mistakes."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Every day in life offers us a new opportunity to learn and grow.
Example 2: She believes that a pet can bring joy and companionship into one's life.
Example 3: Many people travel to experience different cultures and ways of life.
Fun Fact
The word "life" has Old English origins from the word "lif", which means "the condition of living, existence" and has been used for centuries to describe the state of being alive.
Famous Quote
"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." Helen Keller
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "life" mean?
a) The absence of existence
b) The condition of being alive
c) A type of fruit
d) A form of entertainment
Answer: b) The condition of being alive
2. Which of these is a synonym of "life"?
a) Death
b) Existence
c) Cessation
d) Ending
Answer: b) Existence
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "life"?
a) Living
b) Growth
c) Death
d) Being
Answer: c) Death
4. Which sentence uses "life" correctly?
a) The cake was delicious, especially the life.
b) She felt full of life after her holiday.
c) The life of the sun can be measured in seconds.
d) He painted a life on the wall.
Answer: b) She felt full of life after her holiday.
5. What does the idiom "life is a journey" indicate?
a) Life is a straight line.
b) Life includes many experiences and changes.
c) Life has no meaning.
d) Life is only about work.
Answer: b) Life includes many experiences and changes.
