Basic Details
Word: Nailbiting
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is very exciting or tense, causing people to feel anxious or nervous.
Synonyms: Tense, suspenseful, thrilling
Antonyms: Calm, peaceful, uneventful
Idioms and Phrases
- Nailbiting suspense: Used to describe a situation filled with tension and excitement. Example: "The final moments of the movie were filled with nailbiting suspense as the hero faced his biggest challenge."
- Nailbiter: A term for a person who is very anxious or nervous about a situation. Example: "Shes such a nailbiter when it comes to exams, always worrying about her performance."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The football match was nailbiting, with both teams equal on points until the last minute.
Example 2: We watched a nailbiting thriller that kept us on the edge of our seats throughout.
Example 3: The nailbiting finish of the race made everyone cheer loudly as the runners crossed the line.
Fun Fact
The term "nailbiting" originated from the habit of biting one's nails, often seen in people who are anxious or nervous. It was first recorded in the early 20th century.
Famous Quote
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Franklin D. Roosevelt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "nailbiting" mean?
a) A routine event
b) Something exciting or tense
c) A relaxing activity
d) A type of food
Answer: b) Something exciting or tense
2. Which of these is a synonym of "nailbiting"?
a) Relaxing
b) Suspenseful
c) Dull
d) Quiet
Answer: b) Suspenseful
3. Which sentence uses "nailbiting" correctly?
a) The nailbiting movie made everyone fall asleep.
b) The nailbiting race left spectators breathless.
c) It was a nailbiting day at the park.
d) She found a nailbiting book on the shelf.
Answer: b) The nailbiting race left spectators breathless.
4. Which idiom relates to "nailbiting"?
a) Piece of cake
b) Nailbiter
c) A walk in the park
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: b) Nailbiter
5. What is the opposite of "nailbiting"?
a) Exciting
b) Calm
c) Thrilling
d) Tense
Answer: b) Calm
