Basic Details
Word: Person
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A human being; an individual.
Synonyms: Individual, human, character
Antonyms: Animal, non-human
Idioms and Phrases
- Man of the people: Someone who strongly represents the interests of ordinary people. Example: The new mayor is a man of the people, always listening to their concerns.
- Every person for themselves: A situation where each person must take care of their own interests, rather than helping others. Example: During the storm, it was every person for themselves as they rushed to find shelter.
Usage Examples
Example 1: Every person in the room was excited to hear the announcement.
Example 2: She is a kind person who always helps those in need.
Example 3: Each person must bring a pencil to the exam tomorrow.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "person" comes from the Latin word "persona," which originally referred to a mask worn by actors in ancient drama? Over time, it evolved to mean an individual human being.
Famous Quote
"The greatest use of a life is to spend it on something that will outlast it." - William James
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "person" mean?
a) An animal
b) A human being
c) A tree
d) A place
Answer: b) A human being
2. Which of these is a synonym of "person"?
a) Animal
b) Individual
c) Plant
d) Object
Answer: b) Individual
3. What is the antonym of "person"?
a) Child
b) Student
c) Non-human
d) Adult
Answer: c) Non-human
4. Which sentence uses "person" correctly?
a) The person played football in the park.
b) The person swam like a fish.
c) The person flew to the moon.
d) The person is running faster than a cheetah.
Answer: a) The person played football in the park.
5. Which idiom refers to people's interests?
a) Every person for themselves
b) Animals in the wild
c) A fine kettle of fish
d) Like two peas in a pod
Answer: a) Every person for themselves
