Basic Details
Word: Microbes
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Very small living things, such as bacteria and viruses, that can only be seen under a microscope.
Synonyms: Microorganisms, germs
Antonyms: Macroscopic organisms (like animals and plants)
Idioms and Phrases
- Out of sight, out of mind: Used to express that something not visible is often forgotten. Example: "We might not see microbes, but that doesn't mean they aren't there; out of sight, out of mind!"
- The tip of the iceberg: Refers to a small, visible part of a larger problem or situation. Example: "The visible bacteria on the surface is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the total number of microbes present."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Microbes play an essential role in breaking down organic matter in the soil.
Example 2: Scientists study microbes to understand how they can be used in medicine.
Example 3: Not all microbes are harmful; some are beneficial and help us digest our food.
Fun Fact
Did you know that there are more microbes in a teaspoon of soil than there are people on Earth? These tiny organisms are incredibly diverse and important for our ecosystem!
Famous Quote
"We are all just microorganisms on a tiny planet in a great big universe." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "microbes" mean?
a) Very large animals
b) Very small living things
c) Types of plants
d) Large fossils
Answer: b) Very small living things
2. Which of these is a synonym for "microbes"?
a) Mammals
b) Microorganisms
c) Reptiles
d) Fish
Answer: b) Microorganisms
3. Which of the following is an antonym for "microbes"?
a) Insects
b) Macroscopic organisms
c) Bacteria
d) Viruses
Answer: b) Macroscopic organisms
4. Which sentence uses "microbes" correctly?
a) Microbes are visible to the naked eye.
b) Microbes can help with digestion in our bodies.
c) Microbes are all harmful and cause diseases.
d) Microbes grow as large as a dinosaur.
Answer: b) Microbes can help with digestion in our bodies.
5. What idiom suggests that hidden things might be forgotten?
a) The tip of the iceberg
b) Out of sight, out of mind
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Birds of a feather flock together
Answer: b) Out of sight, out of mind
