Basic Details
Word: Skedaddle
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To run away quickly or hurriedly.
Synonyms: Flee, bolt, scamper
Antonyms: Stay, remain, linger
Idioms and Phrases
- Skedaddle and scatter: To leave quickly in different directions. Example: "When the bell rang, the students skedaddled and scattered to their classrooms."
- Skedaddle while the going is good: To leave before things become difficult. Example: "Seeing the clouds gather, we decided to skedaddle while the going is good."
Usage Examples
Example 1: As soon as the rain started, the kids skedaddled home to avoid getting wet.
Example 2: When the teacher walked into the classroom, the students skedaddled to their seats in a hurry.
Example 3: After hearing the news of an approaching storm, the campers decided to skedaddle back to their cars.
Fun Fact
The word "skedaddle" is believed to have originated in the 19th century in the United States, possibly from a blend of several dialects. It was first used to describe soldiers fleeing from battle.
Famous Quote
"Sometimes you need to skedaddle away from the chaos to find your peace." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "skedaddle" mean?
a) To walk slowly
b) To run away quickly
c) To sit down
d) To jump high
Answer: b) To run away quickly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "skedaddle"?
a) Walk
b) Flee
c) Stand
d) Sit
Answer: b) Flee
3. What is an antonym of "skedaddle"?
a) Leave
b) Stay
c) Run
d) Dash
Answer: b) Stay
4. Which sentence uses "skedaddle" correctly?
a) They skedaddled up the hill to see the view.
b) The dog skedaddled into the garden to chase a butterfly.
c) She skedaddled her homework before dinner.
d) He skedaddled from the delicious food on the table.
Answer: b) The dog skedaddled into the garden to chase a butterfly.
5. What does the phrase "skedaddle while the going is good" mean?
a) To leave before things get bad
b) To run a race
c) To take your time
d) To enjoy a party
Answer: a) To leave before things get bad
