Basic Details
Word: Neighbor
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person living near or next door to the speaker or person referred to.
Synonyms: Resident, local, nearby dweller
Antonyms: Stranger, outsider, foreigner
Idioms and Phrases
- Good fences make good neighbors: Respecting boundaries helps maintain good relationships. Example: "We decided to build a clear boundary between our gardens-after all, good fences make good neighbors."
- Love thy neighbor: Treat those around you with kindness and compassion. Example: "Volunteering at the shelter is one way I try to love my neighbor."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Our new neighbor brought over a cake to welcome us to the community.
Example 2: The neighbors gathered to organize a block party for the weekend.
Example 3: I asked my neighbor to water my plants while I was away.
Fun Fact
The word "neighbor" comes from the Old English nahgebr, meaning "near-dweller." It combines "nah" (near) and "gebr" (dweller or farmer).
Famous Quote
"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you - this includes your neighbor." - The Golden Rule
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "neighbor" mean?
a) A distant relative
b) A person who works with you
c) A person living nearby
d) A travel guide
Answer: c) A person living nearby
2. Which of these is a synonym of "neighbor"?
a) Stranger
b) Resident
c) Tourist
d) Foreigner
Answer: b) Resident
3. Which is an antonym of "neighbor"?
a) Local
b) Foreigner
c) Resident
d) Dweller
Answer: b) Foreigner
4. Which sentence uses "neighbor" correctly?
a) My neighbor help me build a spaceship.
b) The neighbor is a type of fruit.
c) I borrowed a ladder from my neighbor to clean the roof.
d) Neighbors can be found only in books.
Answer: c) I borrowed a ladder from my neighbor to clean the roof.
5. What does the idiom "good fences make good neighbors" mean?
a) Neighbors should always share everything
b) Privacy and clear boundaries help maintain good relationships
c) Neighbors must talk daily
d) Building fences keeps people away
Answer: b) Privacy and clear boundaries help maintain good relationships
