Basic Details
Word: Plan
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning:
As a noun: A detailed proposal or strategy for achieving something.
As a verb: To decide on and arrange in advance.
Synonyms: Strategy, scheme, project, design, blueprint
Antonyms: Disorder, chaos, improvisation
Idioms and Phrases
- Failing to plan is planning to fail: Emphasizes the importance of preparation.
Example: "Always set goals for your studies; failing to plan is planning to fail."
- Cook up a plan: To quickly or cleverly think of a plan.
Example: "They cooked up a plan to surprise their friend on her birthday."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The company has a five-year plan for expansion into international markets.
Example 2: She planned her weekend carefully to balance work and relaxation.
Example 3: Without a clear plan, the project quickly ran into difficulties.
Fun Fact
The word "plan" comes from the French word plan and Latin planum, meaning "a flat surface," which later evolved to signify a "drawing" or "scheme" laid out on paper.
Famous Quote
"A goal without a plan is just a wish." - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "plan" mean as a noun?
a) A random guess
b) A detailed proposal or strategy
c) A type of tool
d) An unexpected event
Answer: b) A detailed proposal or strategy
2. Which of these is a synonym of "plan"?
a) Strategy
b) Chaos
c) Disorder
d) Confusion
Answer: a) Strategy
3. Which is an antonym of "plan"?
a) Blueprint
b) Scheme
c) Improvisation
d) Project
Answer: c) Improvisation
4. Which sentence uses "plan" correctly?
a) She made a plan to visit her grandparents during summer vacation.
b) He was planing his homework yesterday.
c) The plan is walking down the street.
d) They plan to football in the morning todayed.
Answer: a) She made a plan to visit her grandparents during summer vacation.
5. What does the idiom "Failing to plan is planning to fail" mean?
a) Failure is unavoidable
b) Success does not need preparation
c) Preparation is necessary to succeed
d) Plans are useless
Answer: c) Preparation is necessary to succeed
