Basic Details
Word: Resort
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: Noun: A place where people go for relaxation or enjoyment; Verb: To turn to something for help or usage.
Synonyms: Retreat, oasis, facility, depend on, turn to
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Last resort: The final option when no other choice is available. Example: "After trying everything else, he decided to take the last resort and ask for help."
- Resort to violence: To take aggressive action when all else fails. Example: "The situation was tense, but they chose to talk it out instead of resorting to violence."
Usage Examples
Example 1: We spent our holiday at a beautiful resort by the beach, where we enjoyed swimming and sunbathing.
Example 2: If you can't solve the problem on your own, you may need to resort to asking a teacher for help.
Example 3: The mountain resort offered skiing lessons for beginners and advanced skiers alike.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some of the worlds most famous resorts were originally developed as health retreats, where people sought treatments for ailments like tuberculosis in the early 20th century?
Famous Quote
"The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence; it is to act with yesterday's logic." Peter Drucker
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "resort" mean as a noun?
a) A type of accommodation
b) A natural disaster
c) A type of exercise
d) A method of cooking
Answer: a) A type of accommodation
2. Which of these is a synonym of "resort"?
a) Factory
b) Retreat
c) Mountain
d) Road
Answer: b) Retreat
3. Which sentence uses "resort" correctly as a verb?
a) She will resort to taking a break if she feels overwhelmed.
b) The resort is closed for renovations.
c) They enjoy resorting the garden every spring.
d) He has no resorts left to try.
Answer: a) She will resort to taking a break if she feels overwhelmed.
4. Which idiom means the same as "resort"?
a) Last resort
b) Break the ice
c) Hit the road
d) Bite the bullet
Answer: a) Last resort
5. What is the opposite of "resort"?
a) Arrange
b) N/A
c) Be at ease
d) Seek
Answer: b) N/A
