Basic Details
Word: Preservative
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A substance added to food or other products to prevent spoilage and help them last longer.
Synonyms: Additive, inhibitor
Antonyms: Spoiler, decayer
Idioms and Phrases
- Preserve one's reputation: To maintain a good public image or standing. Example: "He always tries to be honest to preserve his reputation in the community."
- In good preservation: To be maintained in a good condition. Example: "The ancient ruins are in good preservation, allowing visitors to appreciate their beauty."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Many snacks contain preservatives to keep them fresh for a long time.
Example 2: The food scientist studied different preservatives to find the best ones for preventing spoilage.
Example 3: Even though the cake had preservatives, it was still best to eat it within a week.
Fun Fact
Did you know that salt and sugar have been used as natural preservatives for centuries? They help remove moisture from food, making it harder for bacteria to grow!
Famous Quote
"Food that is not preserved is food that is not savoured." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "preservative" mean?
a) A type of animal
b) A substance that helps food last longer
c) A kind of fruit
d) A type of dessert
Answer: b) A substance that helps food last longer
2. Which of these is a synonym of "preservative"?
a) Additive
b) Fruit
c) Vegetable
d) Candy
Answer: a) Additive
3. Which of these is an antonym of "preservative"?
a) Freshness
b) Spoiler
c) Tasty
d) Colourful
Answer: b) Spoiler
4. Which sentence uses "preservative" correctly?
a) The preservative jumped over the fence.
b) The chef used a preservative to keep the salad fresh.
c) The preservative sang a song.
d) The preservative flew in the sky.
Answer: b) The chef used a preservative to keep the salad fresh.
5. Which idiom relates to the idea of maintaining something in good condition?
a) Preserve one's reputation
b) Break the ice
c) Hit the sack
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: a) Preserve one's reputation
