Basic Details
Word: Sibling
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A brother or sister.
Synonyms: Brother, sister, kin
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Sibling rivalry: Competition between brothers and sisters. Example: "The sibling rivalry between the two brothers often led to playful fights."
- Blood is thicker than water: Family relationships are stronger than other relationships. Example: "Even when they disagreed, they always remembered that blood is thicker than water."
Usage Examples
Example 1: My sibling and I love to play board games together every weekend.
Example 2: The sibling bond between the two sisters was evident during their celebrations.
Example 3: Many siblings share similar interests and hobbies due to growing up together.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "sibling" comes from an Old English term that means brother or sister? It reflects the close connections often found within families.
Famous Quote
"Having a sibling means you always have someone to play with, to learn from, and to laugh with." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sibling" mean?
a) A cousin
b) A brother or sister
c) A parent
d) A friend
Answer: b) A brother or sister
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sibling"?
a) Aunt
b) Friend
c) Brother
d) Teacher
Answer: c) Brother
3. Which sentence uses "sibling" correctly?
a) My sibling just won a race at school.
b) The sibling flew a kite in the park.
c) The sibling read a book on the shelf.
d) The sibling cooked dinner for everyone.
Answer: a) My sibling just won a race at school.
4. Which idiom means competition between brothers and sisters?
a) Blood is thicker than water
b) Sibling rivalry
c) A bird in hand
d) The early bird gets the worm
Answer: b) Sibling rivalry
5. What is the opposite of "sibling"?
a) N/A
b) Parent
c) Neighbour
d) Friend
Answer: a) N/A
