Basic Details
Word: Ravine
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A deep, narrow valley or gorge, often formed by the erosion of water.
Synonyms: Gorge, canyon, dell
Antonyms: Hill, mound, plateau
Idioms and Phrases
- Between a rock and a hard place: Used to describe a situation where someone has to choose between two difficult options. Example: "When I had to choose to go down the ravine or turn back, I felt stuck between a rock and a hard place."
- Down in the dumps: Feeling sad or unhappy. Example: "After falling into the ravine, he was down in the dumps until his friends helped him climb back out."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The hikers carefully made their way down the steep sides of the ravine, admiring the lush plants growing along the edges.
Example 2: The river flowed silently at the bottom of the ravine, surrounded by tall trees and rocky cliffs.
Example 3: To reach the hidden waterfall, we had to navigate through the winding paths of the ravine.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some of the world's deepest ravines, like the Mariana Trench, reach depths over 11,000 metres? However, the term "ravine" typically refers to much shallower formations created by rivers and streams!
Famous Quote
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ravine" mean?
a) A tall mountain
b) A deep, narrow valley
c) A large lake
d) A flat field
Answer: b) A deep, narrow valley
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ravine"?
a) Gorge
b) Hill
c) House
d) Road
Answer: a) Gorge
3. Which sentence uses "ravine" correctly?
a) The ravine was filled with candy.
b) The children played in the ravine all afternoon.
c) The ravine flew high in the sky.
d) The ravine drank a lot of water.
Answer: b) The children played in the ravine all afternoon.
4. Which idiom means being in a tough situation?
a) Down in the dumps
b) Between a rock and a hard place
c) Like a fish out of water
d) A piece of cake
Answer: b) Between a rock and a hard place
5. What is the opposite of "ravine"?
a) Plateau
b) Canyon
c) Valley
d) dell
Answer: a) Plateau
