Basic Details
Word: Murk
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Dark, gloomy, or cloudy conditions; a state of cloudiness or obscurity.
Synonyms: Darkness, gloom, fog
Antonyms: Clarity, brightness, light
Idioms and Phrases
- In the murk: To be in a confusing or unclear situation. Example: "After the unexpected news, I felt like I was in the murk, unsure of what to do next."
- Clear the murk: To make something clearer or easier to understand. Example: "The teacher helped clarify the lesson and clear the murk surrounding the topic."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The lake had a thick murk that made it impossible to see the fish swimming beneath the surface.
Example 2: As the winter approached, the days grew shorter and the murk settled in earlier each evening.
Example 3: The story was filled with twists that left the plot shrouded in murk until the very end.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "murk" comes from the Old Norse word "myrkr," which means darkness? It has been used in English since at least the 14th century to describe dark and gloomy conditions.
Famous Quote
"Out of the murk and darkness, a story will rise." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "murk" mean?
a) A bright day
b) A state of darkness or gloom
c) A type of animal
d) A light breeze
Answer: b) A state of darkness or gloom
2. Which of these is a synonym of "murk"?
a) Clarity
b) Sunshine
c) Gloom
d) Brightness
Answer: c) Gloom
3. Which word is an antonym of "murk"?
a) Fog
b) Light
c) Shadow
d) Cloud
Answer: b) Light
4. Which sentence uses "murk" correctly?
a) The murk lifted and the sun shone bright in the sky.
b) The murk sang beautifully at the concert.
c) The murk played soccer with the players.
d) The murk baked a cake for the party.
Answer: a) The murk lifted and the sun shone bright in the sky.
5. What does "clear the murk" mean?
a) To make something darker
b) To confuse someone
c) To make something clearer
d) To hide information
Answer: c) To make something clearer
