Basic Details
Word: Object
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A thing that can be seen or touched; it can also refer to a goal or aim.
Synonyms: Item, thing, entity
Antonyms: Subject, idea, concept
Idioms and Phrases
- Object of one's affection: Someone who is loved or admired. Example: "She has been the object of his affection for many years."
- Get in the way of the object: To hinder or obstruct progress towards a goal. Example: "Don't let distractions get in the way of the object; keep your focus!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The object on the table is a beautiful vase made of glass.
Example 2: In her art class, she had to choose an object to draw, so she picked a shiny apple.
Example 3: His main object in life is to become a successful scientist who helps others.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "object" comes from the Latin word "objectum," which means 'something thrown in the way of' or 'to be presented before the mind'? This reflects how we can focus on objects in our environment.
Famous Quote
"The object of your life is the life of your object." Charles Bukowski
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "object" mean?
a) A type of food
b) A thing that can be seen or touched
c) A mode of transport
d) A type of weather
Answer: b) A thing that can be seen or touched
2. Which of these is a synonym of "object"?
a) Idea
b) Item
c) Emotion
d) Understanding
Answer: b) Item
3. Which word is an antonym of "object"?
a) Thing
b) Concept
c) Entity
d) Item
Answer: b) Concept
4. Which sentence uses "object" correctly?
a) The object flew across the sky.
b) The object in my dream is difficult to remember.
c) I love this object so much that I want to buy a new one.
d) The object sang beautifully at the concert.
Answer: b) The object in my dream is difficult to remember.
5. Which idiom refers to a goal or aim?
a) Object of one's affection
b) Get in the way of the object
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Head in the clouds
Answer: a) Object of one's affection
