Basic Details
Word: Person
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A human being; an individual.
Synonyms: Individual, human, character
Antonyms: Non-person, animal
Idioms and Phrases
- Every person for themselves: Used to mean that everyone must take care of their own needs and interests first. Example: "In the storm, it was every person for themselves as people rushed to get to safety."
- A person of interest: Refers to someone who is the focus of attention or investigation. Example: "The detective identified her as a person of interest in the case."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Each person in the room was excited about the upcoming party.
Example 2: It takes one person to make a difference in the community.
Example 3: The school invited a guest speaker to talk about how every person can contribute to a better world.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "person" comes from the Latin word "persona," which originally referred to a mask used by actors in plays? This shows how the concept of a 'person' includes different roles and identities we play in life.
Famous Quote
"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "person" mean?
a) A kind of animal
b) A human being
c) A type of plant
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A human being
2. Which of these is a synonym of "person"?
a) Robot
b) Individual
c) Object
d) Building
Answer: b) Individual
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "person"?
a) Human
b) Character
c) Non-person
d) Individual
Answer: c) Non-person
4. Which sentence uses "person" correctly?
a) The person is dancing in the street.
b) The person are happy today.
c) The person have a nice house.
d) The person swimming was a dog.
Answer: a) The person is dancing in the street.
5. What does "every person for themselves" mean?
a) Everyone works for the same goal
b) Everybody must look after their own needs first
c) Everyone shares everything
d) Only one person can win
Answer: b) Everybody must look after their own needs first
