Basic Details
Word: Blossom
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: The flower of a plant or the process of a plant producing flowers.
Synonyms: Flower, bloom
Antonyms: Wither, fade
Idioms and Phrases
- Bloom where you are planted: To make the best of ones circumstances. Example: "She decided to bloom where she was planted and made new friends at her new school."
- In full bloom: At the peak of development or beauty. Example: "The garden was in full bloom, showcasing vibrant flowers of every colour."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In spring, the cherry trees blossom and fill the air with their sweet scent.
Example 2: After a long winter, I was excited to see the flowers finally begin to blossom in the garden.
Example 3: As she began to learn music, her talent really started to blossom.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word blossom comes from the Old English word "blstem," which means "to bloom"? It highlights the importance of flowers in many cultures throughout history.
Famous Quote
"Every flower must grow through dirt." - Laurie Halse Anderson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blossom" mean?
a) A type of vegetable
b) The flower of a plant
c) A kind of tree
d) A type of insect
Answer: b) The flower of a plant
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blossom"?
a) Bud
b) Tree
c) Bloom
d) Leaf
Answer: c) Bloom
3. Which word is an antonym of "blossom"?
a) Grow
b) Fade
c) Flourish
d) Sprout
Answer: b) Fade
4. Which sentence uses "blossom" correctly?
a) The tree will blossom in winter.
b) I expect my ideas to blossom during the project.
c) He chose to blossom away his homework.
d) They wanted to blossom the cake for the party.
Answer: b) I expect my ideas to blossom during the project.
5. Which idiom means to make the best of your situation?
a) In full bloom
b) Bloom where you are planted
c) A flower in the wind
d) Growing like a weed
Answer: b) Bloom where you are planted
