Basic Details
Word: Preposterous
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is ridiculous or absurd, not sensible at all.
Synonyms: Absurd, ridiculous, ludicrous
Antonyms: Reasonable, sensible, logical
Idioms and Phrases
- Preposterous idea: An idea that is so silly it seems impossible. Example: "Building a house out of candy is a preposterous idea that wouldn’t last long."
- Preposterous claim: A statement that is very hard to believe. Example: "His preposterous claim that he could run a marathon in an hour made everyone laugh."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It was absolutely preposterous to think that the dog could win a dance competition.
Example 2: The movie was filled with preposterous scenarios, making it hard to take seriously.
Example 3: Her suggestion to fly to school in a hot air balloon was seen as preposterous by her classmates.
Fun Fact
The word "preposterous" comes from the Latin phrase "praeposterus," which means "to put the last first" or "backward." This reflects the idea of something being so absurd that it turns logic on its head.
Famous Quote
"It is preposterous to think that you can be successful without hard work." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "preposterous" mean?
a) Reasonable
b) Ridiculous
c) Sensible
d) Clear
Answer: b) Ridiculous
2. Which of these is a synonym of "preposterous"?
a) Logical
b) Lively
c) Absurd
d) Calm
Answer: c) Absurd
3. What is an antonym of "preposterous"?
a) Silly
b) Sensible
c) Crazy
d) Funny
Answer: b) Sensible
4. Which sentence uses "preposterous" correctly?
a) The preposterous idea made everyone excited.
b) The preposterous soup tasted delicious.
c) The preposterous weather was sunny and warm.
d) The preposterous plan was met with laughter.
Answer: d) The preposterous plan was met with laughter.
5. What does the phrase "preposterous claim" refer to?
a) A logical argument
b) A statement that is hard to believe
c) A well-planned statement
d) A common knowledge
Answer: b) A statement that is hard to believe
