Basic Details
Word: Preservative
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A substance that is added to food or other products to stop them from decaying.
Synonyms: Additive, protector
Antonyms: Spoiler, contaminant
Idioms and Phrases
- Preserve the peace: To maintain a calm and peaceful situation. Example: "We must all work together to preserve the peace in our community."
- Preserve your strength: To save energy for future use. Example: "You should preserve your strength for the big game tomorrow."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Many snacks have preservatives added to them to help them last longer on the shelf.
Example 2: The tomatoes were sealed in jars with a special preservative to keep them fresh for winter.
Example 3: It's important to read labels to know if a food contains any artificial preservatives.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some natural substances, like salt and sugar, can also act as preservatives? They have been used for centuries to keep food from spoiling!
Famous Quote
"The secret of preserving is to keep the palate satisfied." - P. J. O'Rourke
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "preservative" mean?
a) A type of flavouring
b) A substance that stops decay
c) A cooking technique
d) A type of fruit
Answer: b) A substance that stops decay
2. Which of these is a synonym of "preservative"?
a) Spoiler
b) Additive
c) Contaminant
d) Waste
Answer: b) Additive
3. Which word is an antonym of "preservative"?
a) Protector
b) Spoiler
c) Enhancer
d) Guardian
Answer: b) Spoiler
4. Which sentence uses "preservative" correctly?
a) The preservative danced at the party.
b) The preservative is a fun game.
c) Many fruits contain a natural preservative.
d) The preservative sang a song.
Answer: c) Many fruits contain a natural preservative.
5. Which idiom means maintaining calm?
a) Preserve the peace
b) Bite the bullet
c) Cry over spilled milk
d) Let the cat out of the bag
Answer: a) Preserve the peace
