Spell Bee Word: peril

Basic Details

Word: Peril

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: Danger or risk of harm.

Synonyms: Danger, risk, jeopardy

Antonyms: Safety, security

Idioms and Phrases

1. In peril: In danger or at risk of being harmed. Example: "The hikers were in peril when a sudden storm hit the mountain."
2. Out of peril: No longer in danger. Example: "After the rescue, she felt relieved to be out of peril and safe at home."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The firemen rushed into the burning building to save the people who were in peril.

Example 2: The environment is in peril due to pollution and climate change.

Example 3: He didn't realise the peril of his situation until it was too late.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "peril" comes from the Latin word "periculum," which means "danger"? It has been used in English since the Middle Ages to describe situations involving risk.

Famous Quote

"The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence; it is to act with yesterday's logic." Peter Drucker

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "peril" mean?

a) Happiness
b) Danger
c) Joy
d) Celebration

Answer: b) Danger

2. Which of these is a synonym of "peril"?

a) Safety
b) Jeopardy
c) Comfort
d) Security

Answer: b) Jeopardy

3. Which word is an antonym of "peril"?

a) Risk
b) Danger
c) Safety
d) Jeopardy

Answer: c) Safety

4. Which sentence uses "peril" correctly?

a) The cake was in peril of being eaten quickly.
b) The treasure was buried in peril.
c) The boat was in peril during the storm.
d) The dog was peril to the park.

Answer: c) The boat was in peril during the storm.

5. Which idiom means being in danger?

a) Out of peril
b) In peril
c) Safe at last
d) A safe bet

Answer: b) In peril