Basic Details
Word: Member
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person or thing that is part of a group or organisation.
Synonyms: Part, constituent, element
Antonyms: Non-member, outsider
Idioms and Phrases
- Member of the club: A person who belongs to a particular group or group of friends. Example: "She felt proud to be a member of the club that supports local charities."
- One of the family: Someone who is regarded as part of a family or close group. Example: "Even though he is not related by blood, he is a member of the family in every way that matters."
Usage Examples
Example 1: As a member of the school band, I get to perform at concerts and events.
Example 2: Sarah is a member of the environmental club that helps clean up local parks.
Example 3: Every member of the team contributed to the success of the project.
Fun Fact
The word "member" originates from the Latin word "membrum," meaning "limb" or "part." It first appeared in the English language around the 14th century to refer to parts of a whole.
Famous Quote
"The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it." Hubert H. Humphrey (this relates to the idea of being a member of a community).
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "member" mean?
a) A type of tree
b) A person who is part of a group
c) A kind of animal
d) A piece of furniture
Answer: b) A person who is part of a group
2. Which of these is a synonym of "member"?
a) Kitchen
b) Element
c) Cloud
d) Book
Answer: b) Element
3. Which word is an antonym of "member"?
a) Family
b) Non-member
c) Team
d) Group
Answer: b) Non-member
4. Which sentence uses "member" correctly?
a) She is a member of the orchestra and plays the violin.
b) The member jumped over the fence.
c) The member is driving the car.
d) The member danced like a butterfly.
Answer: a) She is a member of the orchestra and plays the violin.
5. Which idiom means that someone belongs to a specific group?
a) Dressed to the nines
b) Member of the club
c) The apple of my eye
d) When pigs fly
Answer: b) Member of the club
