Spell Bee Word: stay

Basic Details

Word: Stay

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To remain in a place or not to leave.

Synonyms: Remain, linger, wait

Antonyms: Leave, depart, go

Idioms and Phrases

1. Stay in touch: To maintain contact with someone. Example: "Even though they moved to another city, they promised to stay in touch."
2. Stay the course: To continue doing something despite difficulties. Example: "Though the competition was tough, she decided to stay the course and finish the race."

Usage Examples

Example 1: Please stay quiet during the movie so everyone can enjoy it.

Example 2: The dog likes to stay close to its owner when they go for walks.

Example 3: If you want to learn the piano, you will need to stay committed and practice every day.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "stay" comes from the Old English word "stg," which means to stop or remain in position? It's been used for over a thousand years!

Famous Quote

"The best way to predict your future is to create it." Abraham Lincoln This means we should make the right choices and "stay" on the path that leads us to our goals.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "stay" mean?

a) To leave a place
b) To remain in a place
c) To run fast
d) To hide

Answer: b) To remain in a place

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

a) Depart
b) Wait
c) Go
d) Move

Answer: b) Wait

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

a) Linger
b) Depart
c) Remain
d) Wait

Answer: b) Depart

4. Which sentence uses "stay" correctly?

a) I will stay at home on a rainy day.
b) I want to stay too far.
c) We decided to stay away from school.
d) She stayed off the bus.

Answer: a) I will stay at home on a rainy day.

5. What does "stay in touch" mean?

a) To avoid someone
b) To maintain contact
c) To leave suddenly
d) To forget someone

Answer: b) To maintain contact