Basic Details
Word: Men
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Adult male human beings.
Synonyms: Males, gentlemen, lads
Antonyms: Women, females, girls
Idioms and Phrases
- Men of their word: Refers to individuals who are honest and keep their promises. Example: "He is a man of his word; you can always trust him to deliver what he promised."
- Men can be like children: Suggests that men can sometimes behave immaturely or need guidance. Example: "During the meeting, I realised that men can be like children when they dont get their way."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The men in the village gathered to discuss the upcoming festival.
Example 2: He believes that men should share responsibilities at home equally with women.
Example 3: During the football match, the cheering from the men in the crowd was incredibly loud.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "man" comes from the Old English word "mann," which originally referred to a person of either gender? Over time, it became associated specifically with adult males.
Famous Quote
"What we must decide is how we are valuable rather than how valuable we are." A. Huxley
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "men" mean?
a) Adult female human beings
b) Children
c) Adult male human beings
d) Animals
Answer: c) Adult male human beings
2. Which of these is a synonym of "men"?
a) Females
b) Males
c) Kids
d) Adults
Answer: b) Males
3. Which sentence uses "men" correctly?
a) The men cooked dinner.
b) The men jumped over the cloud.
c) The men can swim in the trees.
d) The men danced on the mountain.
Answer: a) The men cooked dinner.
4. Which idiom refers to trustworthy individuals?
a) Men can be like children
b) Men of their word
c) All men are created equal
d) Men are from Mars
Answer: b) Men of their word
5. What is the opposite of "men"?
a) Boys
b) Animals
c) Women
d) People
Answer: c) Women
