Basic Details
Word: Sleet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Small ice pellets that fall from the sky during cold weather, often mixed with rain or snow.
Synonyms: Ice pellets, freezing rain
Antonyms: Sunny weather, clear skies
Idioms and Phrases
- As pleasant as sleet: Used to describe something that is not enjoyable at all. Example: "The weather was as pleasant as sleet during our picnic."
- In a sleet of trouble: To be in a difficult situation. Example: "After forgetting his homework, he found himself in a sleet of trouble with the teacher."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The weather forecast predicted sleet, so we decided to stay indoors and play games.
Example 2: As the sleet fell outside, we watched the icy pellets bounce off the pavement.
Example 3: When driving in sleet, it's important to be extra cautious and slow down.
Fun Fact
Did you know that sleet forms when raindrops fall through a layer of cold air and freeze before reaching the ground? This makes it distinct from snow, which forms when water vapour freezes directly into ice crystals.
Famous Quote
"Just because its sleeting outside doesnt mean you cant have a great day!" Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sleet" mean?
a) A type of flower
b) Small ice pellets
c) A kind of bird
d) Warm rain
Answer: b) Small ice pellets
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sleet"?
a) Thunder
b) Ice pellets
c) Rainbow
d) Wind
Answer: b) Ice pellets
3. Which sentence uses "sleet" correctly?
a) The sleet was shining brightly in the sky.
b) The sleet made the roads slippery and dangerous.
c) Sleet can grow on trees.
d) The sleet flew like a bird.
Answer: b) The sleet made the roads slippery and dangerous.
4. Which idiom means the same as "sleet"?
a) As pleasant as sleet
b) A blessing in disguise
c) Like a fish out of water
d) In a sleet of trouble
Answer: a) As pleasant as sleet
5. What is the opposite of "sleet"?
a) Ice pellets
b) Sunny weather
c) Rain
d) Snow
Answer: b) Sunny weather
