Basic Details
Word: Pimple
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, raised spot on the skin that can be red and sometimes painful.
Synonyms: Spot, blemish, acne
Antonyms: Clear skin, complexion
Idioms and Phrases
- Make a mountain out of a molehill: To exaggerate a small issue. Example: "She made a mountain out of a molehill when she panicked about her pimple before the school play."
- Face the music: To deal with the consequences of your actions. Example: "After trying to hide her pimple with makeup, she had to face the music and accept her skin as it is."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I woke up this morning with a pimple on my forehead, just before my friend's party.
Example 2: Mum said that drinking plenty of water helps to prevent pimples from appearing.
Example 3: The new cream I bought is supposed to help reduce pimples within a few days.
Fun Fact
Did you know that pimples are caused by clogged pores due to excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria? They are most common during puberty due to hormonal changes.
Famous Quote
"The greatest beauty is seen with the eye of the heart." - A.D. Williams
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pimple" mean?
a) A kind of flower
b) A small raised spot on the skin
c) An insect
d) A type of food
Answer: b) A small raised spot on the skin
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pimple"?
a) Clear skin
b) Blemish
c) Healthy glow
d) Smooth surface
Answer: b) Blemish
3. Which sentence uses "pimple" correctly?
a) The pimple sang a beautiful song.
b) He was happy to see a pimple on his arm.
c) She noticed a pimple forming on her chin before the exam.
d) The pimple flew in the sky.
Answer: c) She noticed a pimple forming on her chin before the exam.
4. Which idiom means to exaggerate a small issue?
a) Make a mountain out of a molehill
b) Face the music
c) Hit the nail on the head
d) Keep your chin up
Answer: a) Make a mountain out of a molehill
5. What is the opposite of "pimple"?
a) Acne
b) Blemish
c) Clear skin
d) Spot
Answer: c) Clear skin
