Basic Details
Word: Stunted
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that has been slowed down or stopped from growing or developing properly.
Synonyms: Hindered, stopped, restricted
Antonyms: Grown, developed, expanded
Idioms and Phrases
- Stunted growth: Refers to someone or something that is not developing normally or fully. Example: "Poor nutrition can lead to stunted growth in children."
- Cut off at the knees: To stop someone's progress or success abruptly. Example: "His confidence was cut off at the knees when he received criticism for his painting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The plant's stunted growth was due to a lack of sunlight and water.
Example 2: She felt her ideas were stunted by the lack of support from her team.
Example 3: The researchers discovered that stunted development in children can have lasting effects on their health.
Fun Fact
Did you know that stunted growth in plants can sometimes be a sign of nutrient deficiency? This affects their ability to photosynthesize and grow tall and strong.
Famous Quote
"The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge." Stephen Hawking this reflects how stunted understanding can hold us back.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "stunted" mean?
a) To grow very fast
b) To stop or slow down growth
c) To bloom beautifully
d) To adapt to new environments
Answer: b) To stop or slow down growth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "stunted"?
a) Expanding
b) Hindered
c) Flourishing
d) Thriving
Answer: b) Hindered
3. What is the opposite of "stunted"?
a) Developed
b) Restricted
c) Hindered
d) Delayed
Answer: a) Developed
4. Which sentence uses "stunted" correctly?
a) The flowers bloomed beautifully, showing no signs of being stunted.
b) The athlete's performance was stunted by an injury during the game.
c) He stunted all the way to the finish line.
d) The stunted butterfly flew gracefully through the air.
Answer: b) The athlete's performance was stunted by an injury during the game.
5. Which idiom refers to being hindered in growth?
a) Stunted growth
b) Growing like a weed
c) The cream rises to the top
d) A tall order
Answer: a) Stunted growth
