Spell Bee Word: solicit

Basic Details

Word: Solicit

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To ask for something, usually in a formal or serious way.

Synonyms: Request, seek, ask for

Antonyms: Offer, give, decline

Idioms and Phrases

1. Solicit attention: To ask for or seek someone’s notice or interest. Example: "The teacher tried to solicit attention from the students by telling an interesting story."
2. Solicit advice: To ask someone for their opinion or help. Example: "Before making a big decision, it’s wise to solicit advice from trusted friends."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She decided to solicit donations for the charity event in her community.

Example 2: The school principal will solicit feedback from parents about the new curriculum.

Example 3: Many organisations solicit volunteers to help with local projects.

Fun Fact

The word "solicit" has its roots in the Latin word "sollicitare," which means "to disturb" or "to stir up." It originally referred to raising concerns or problems.

Famous Quote

"Be the change that you wish to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi. This quote relates to the idea of soliciting change through action and involvement.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "solicit" mean?

a) To refuse something
b) To wash something
c) To ask for something
d) To find something

Answer: c) To ask for something

2. Which of these is a synonym of "solicit"?

a) Offer
b) Request
c) Give
d) Decline

Answer: b) Request

3. Which of these is an antonym of "solicit"?

a) Seek
b) Ask for
c) Give
d) Request

Answer: c) Give

4. In which sentence is "solicit" used correctly?

a) I will solicit a dessert to my friend.
b) I tried to solicit help with my homework.
c) We solicit to play football in the park.
d) She will solicit the food from the kitchen.

Answer: b) I tried to solicit help with my homework.

5. Which idiom means to ask for attention?

a) Solicit attention
b) Take a back seat
c) Keep an eye on
d) Bet your bottom dollar

Answer: a) Solicit attention