Basic Details
Word: Lower
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To make something go down in position, amount, or value.
Synonyms: Reduce, drop, diminish
Antonyms: Raise, increase, elevate
Idioms and Phrases
- Lower the bar: To reduce the standards or expectations. Example: "The school decided to lower the bar for the grades required to pass the class."
- Lower one's guard: To become less cautious or defensive. Example: "He lowered his guard and trusted her completely after years of friendship."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher decided to lower the homework requirements so that all students could complete them on time.
Example 2: If we lower the price of the tickets, more people will be able to attend the concert.
Example 3: She had to lower her voice when she entered the library to avoid disturbing others.
Fun Fact
The word "lower" comes from the Old English word leoran, which means to diminish. It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the action of decreasing something.
Famous Quote
"You cannot lower a bar for others without lowering yourself." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "lower" mean?
a) To make something go up
b) To make something go down
c) To make something louder
d) To make something prettier
Answer: b) To make something go down
2. Which of these is a synonym of "lower"?
a) Increase
b) Drop
c) Raise
d) Heighten
Answer: b) Drop
3. Which is an antonym of "lower"?
a) Reduce
b) Drop
c) Raise
d) Diminish
Answer: c) Raise
4. Which sentence uses "lower" correctly?
a) She decided to lower the cake on the table.
b) He wants to lower the sound of the music.
c) The students lower for the test.
d) They will lower in the summer.
Answer: b) He wants to lower the sound of the music.
5. Which idiom means to change standards?
a) Lower one's guard
b) Lower the bar
c) High and mighty
d) Raise the stakes
Answer: b) Lower the bar
