Basic Details
Word: Nasturtium
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A flowering plant with bright, usually orange or yellow flowers, often used in gardens and salads.
Synonyms: Indian cress, Tropaeolum
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Like a flower in the desert: Used to describe something that is rare and beautiful in an unexpected place. Example: "Her talent stood out like a flower in the desert during the competition."
- Stop and smell the flowers: A reminder to take time to appreciate life and its beauty. Example: "Sometimes you just need to stop and smell the flowers instead of rushing through work."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The garden was filled with vibrant nasturtiums, adding a splash of colour to the landscape.
Example 2: We picked some nasturtium leaves to add a peppery flavour to our salad.
Example 3: Nasturtiums are not only beautiful but also attract beneficial insects to the garden.
Fun Fact
Did you know that nasturtiums are edible? Both the flowers and leaves have a peppery taste and are often used in salads to add colour and flavour!
Famous Quote
"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." Mulan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "nasturtium" refer to?
a) A type of animal
b) A flowering plant
c) A kind of fruit
d) A food dish
Answer: b) A flowering plant
2. Which of these is a synonym of "nasturtium"?
a) Sunflower
b) Indian cress
c) Rose
d) Lavender
Answer: b) Indian cress
3. Which sentence uses "nasturtium" correctly?
a) The nasturtium sang beautifully in the garden.
b) The nasturtium's sweet scent filled the room.
c) We saw a nasturtium growing beside the tomatoes.
d) My nasturtium is the fastest runner in the race.
Answer: c) We saw a nasturtium growing beside the tomatoes.
4. Which idiom means to appreciate life?
a) Like a flower in the desert
b) Stop and smell the flowers
c) A rose by any other name
d) Bloom where you are planted
Answer: b) Stop and smell the flowers
5. What is the opposite of "nasturtium"?
a) N/A
b) Tree
c) Building
d) Rock
Answer: a) N/A
