Basic Details
Word: Sleuthing
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The act of searching for and discovering information, often used when investigating or solving a mystery.
Synonyms: Investigating, detecting, searching
Antonyms: Ignoring, neglecting
Idioms and Phrases
- Sleuthing around: To search for information unobserved. Example: "He was sleuthing around the library to find clues about the missing book."
- Put on your sleuthing hat: To prepare yourself to investigate something. Example: "When the computer went missing, the teacher told us to put on our sleuthing hats to find it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children enjoyed sleuthing through the garden, looking for hidden treasures left by previous owners.
Example 2: She spent the afternoon sleuthing through old newspapers to uncover the town’s history.
Example 3: The detective was known for his exceptional sleuthing skills, solving even the trickiest cases.
Fun Fact
The word “sleuth†originates from the Old Norse word “slóð,†which means trail or track, reflecting the investigative nature of the word.
Famous Quote
"The detective is not in the business of solving mysteries, but in sleuthing out the things that make people tick." – Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "sleuthing" mean?
a) Sleeping
b) Searching for information
c) Cooking meals
d) Ignoring problems
Answer: b) Searching for information
2. Which of these is a synonym of "sleuthing"?
a) Singing
b) Investigating
c) Dancing
d) Playing
Answer: b) Investigating
3. Which is an antonym of "sleuthing"?
a) Searching
b) Detecting
c) Ignoring
d) Investigating
Answer: c) Ignoring
4. Which sentence uses "sleuthing" correctly?
a) They were sleuthing around the cake.
b) Sleuthing is like taking a nap.
c) She spent the afternoon sleuthing for clues in the mystery game.
d) He enjoys sleuthing when he is on holiday.
Answer: c) She spent the afternoon sleuthing for clues in the mystery game.
5. What does the idiom "put on your sleuthing hat" encourage you to do?
a) To wear a special hat
b) To stop being curious
c) To start investigating
d) To dress up for a party
Answer: c) To start investigating
