Basic Details
Word: Rapid
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Happening very quickly or in a short amount of time.
Synonyms: Fast, swift, quick, speedy
Antonyms: Slow, leisurely, sluggish
Idioms and Phrases
- Rapid fire: Something happening in quick succession, usually without pause. Example: "The teacher asked questions in rapid fire, and the students struggled to answer."
- At a rapid pace: Moving or happening very quickly. Example: "He read the book at a rapid pace to finish before bedtime."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The cheetah is known for its rapid speed, making it the fastest land animal.
Example 2: The storm approached with rapid intensity, prompting warnings for the nearby towns.
Example 3: She completed her project at a rapid rate, impressing her teacher with her efficiency.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "rapid" comes from the Latin word "rapidus," meaning "seizing or snatching"? It reflects the quick, often sudden nature of something that is rapid.
Famous Quote
"Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." John F. Kennedy - This quote relates to the rapid pace of change in our lives.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rapid" mean?
a) Happening very quickly
b) Happening slowly
c) Taking a long time
d) Never happening
Answer: a) Happening very quickly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rapid"?
a) Slow
b) Leisurely
c) Fast
d) Sluggish
Answer: c) Fast
3. Which word is an antonym of "rapid"?
a) Quick
b) Speedy
c) Rapid
d) Slow
Answer: d) Slow
4. Which sentence uses "rapid" correctly?
a) The rabbit moved at a rapid rate to escape from the fox.
b) The rapid calculations took hours to complete.
c) He ate his food in a rapid manner over a long time.
d) The rapid game was boring.
Answer: a) The rabbit moved at a rapid rate to escape from the fox.
5. What does the idiom "at a rapid pace" mean?
a) Moving very slowly
b) Moving very quickly
c) Taking long breaks
d) Stopping and starting frequently
Answer: b) Moving very quickly
