Basic Details
Word: Soak
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To make something wet by immersing it in liquid or to absorb liquid.
Synonyms: Drench, saturate, immerse
Antonyms: Dry, dehydrate
Idioms and Phrases
- Soak it up: To absorb information or enjoy something fully. Example: "During the museum tour, I tried to soak it up and learn as much as possible."
- Rain or shine: No matter what, often used when talking about soaking in experiences. Example: "Well go to the beach rain or shine, and soak up the fun!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: I decided to soak my clothes in water to remove the stains before washing them.
Example 2: The sponge can soak up a lot of water quickly, making it perfect for cleaning spills.
Example 3: After a long day at school, I love to soak in a warm bath to relax.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some plants have adapted to soak up water quickly through their roots? They can survive in very dry environments by storing water in their tissues!
Famous Quote
"Life is a series of experiences that soak into your heart." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "soak" mean?
a) To make dry
b) To make something wet by immersing it in liquid
c) To clean by air
d) To lift something up
Answer: b) To make something wet by immersing it in liquid
2. Which of these is a synonym of "soak"?
a) Drench
b) Skate
c) Jump
d) Chase
Answer: a) Drench
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "soak"?
a) Wet
b) Moist
c) Dry
d) Soggy
Answer: c) Dry
4. Which sentence uses "soak" correctly?
a) I can soak the tree with my ideas.
b) The sponge will soak up the spill quickly.
c) She tried to soak for the concert.
d) He will soak the cake to make it cold.
Answer: b) The sponge will soak up the spill quickly.
5. Which idiom relates to absorbing knowledge or experiences?
a) Take a seat
b) Soak it up
c) Jump the gun
d) Keep your chin up
Answer: b) Soak it up
