Basic Details
Word: Prophet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God.
Synonyms: Seer, visionary, oracle, foreteller
Antonyms: Skeptic, unbeliever, doubter
Idioms and Phrases
- A prophet of doom: A person who always predicts negative or disastrous outcomes. Example: "He's known as the office's prophet of doom, always expecting the worst."
- No prophet is accepted in his own land: A wise or talented person is often unrecognized or unappreciated at home. Example: "Despite his success abroad, he struggled to gain respect in his hometown - no prophet is accepted in his own land."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The prophet warned the people of the coming drought.
Example 2: Many cultures revere prophets as spiritual guides and messengers.
Example 3: She spoke like a prophet, predicting trends before they became popular.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "prophet" comes from the Greek word prophts, meaning "spokesman" or "one who speaks for a god"? Prophets have played central roles in many major religions throughout history.
Famous Quote
"Every prophet has to come from civilization, but every prophet has to go into the wilderness." H.L. Mencken
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "prophet" mean?
a) A type of scientist
b) A person who writes books
c) A person who delivers divine messages
d) A ruler of a kingdom
Answer: c) A person who delivers divine messages
2. Which of these is a synonym of "prophet"?
a) Doubter
b) Visionary
c) Critic
d) Realist
Answer: b) Visionary
3. Which is an antonym of "prophet"?
a) Oracle
b) Seer
c) Skeptic
d) Messenger
Answer: c) Skeptic
4. Which sentence uses "prophet" correctly?
a) She was the prophet who predicted the stock market crash.
b) The prophet baked a delicious cake.
c) He went to the prophet for a haircut.
d) They hired a prophet to fix the roof.
Answer: a) She was the prophet who predicted the stock market crash.
5. What does the idiom "a prophet of doom" mean?
a) Someone who always expects good things
b) A person who spreads joy
c) A person who always predicts bad outcomes
d) Someone who avoids predictions
Answer: c) A person who always predicts bad outcomes
