Basic Details
Word: Spiral
Part of Speech: Noun and Verb
Meaning: A shape that curves around a central point, moving gradually away from it; to move in a circular or winding manner.
Synonyms: Helix, coil, twist
Antonyms: Straight line
Idioms and Phrases
- Spiral out of control: To become unmanageable or uncontrollable. Example: "After the disagreement, their plans began to spiral out of control."
- Down the spiral: Used to describe someone who is getting worse, especially in terms of behaviour or situation. Example: "Since he stopped studying, his grades have gone down the spiral."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children watched as the spiral of smoke twisted up into the sky.
Example 2: She drew a beautiful spiral pattern on the paper with her colourful markers.
Example 3: As the rollercoaster went down, it took a thrilling spiral turn.
Fun Fact
Did you know that spirals can be found in nature? For example, the shape of a snail's shell and the arrangement of seeds in a sunflower both follow a spiral pattern!
Famous Quote
"Life is a spiral, you know; it goes in circles." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "spiral" mean?
a) A flat shape
b) A straight line
c) A winding shape
d) A square shape
Answer: c) A winding shape
2. Which of these is a synonym of "spiral"?
a) Circle
b) Helix
c) Square
d) Triangle
Answer: b) Helix
3. Which sentence uses "spiral" correctly?
a) He spiralled the paper straight.
b) The dancer moved in a spiral across the stage.
c) The spiral was very flat.
d) The tree spiralled high into the ground.
Answer: b) The dancer moved in a spiral across the stage.
4. Which idiom means something is becoming uncontrollable?
a) Down the spiral
b) Spiral out of control
c) Straight as an arrow
d) All round the bush
Answer: b) Spiral out of control
5. What is the opposite of "spiral"?
a) Curl
b) Loop
c) Straight line
d) Twist
Answer: c) Straight line
