Basic Details
Word: Tattered
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Worn out and torn, often referring to fabric or clothing.
Synonyms: Frayed, ragged, worn, torn
Antonyms: New, intact, whole
Idioms and Phrases
- Tattered and torn: Used to describe something that is in really bad shape. Example: "The old book was tattered and torn, but I loved it for its stories."
- Tattered flags: A symbol of defeat or lasting memories. Example: "The soldiers marched past the tattered flags that symbolised their hard-fought battles."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tattered blanket on the couch was a gift from my grandmother, filled with cherished memories.
Example 2: After years of playing outside, his shoes were tattered and hardly held together.
Example 3: The tattered map led us on an adventure through the old city, telling tales of the past.
Fun Fact
The word "tattered" comes from the Middle English word "tateren" which means "to tear," and it's been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe worn-out things, often relating to fabric.
Famous Quote
"I am a collector of tattered dreams." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tattered" mean?
a) Brand new
b) Worn out and torn
c) Very colourful
d) Heavy and thick
Answer: b) Worn out and torn
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tattered"?
a) Pristine
b) Frayed
c) Unbroken
d) Unused
Answer: b) Frayed
3. Which sentence uses "tattered" correctly?
a) She wore a tattered dress to the party, which everyone admired.
b) The tattered flowers smelled lovely in the garden.
c) He bought a tattered bicycle as his birthday gift.
d) The tattered book was shiny and new.
Answer: a) She wore a tattered dress to the party, which everyone admired.
4. Which idiom means the same as "tattered"?
a) Tattered and torn
b) As good as gold
c) Like a cat on a hot tin roof
d) Burning the midnight oil
Answer: a) Tattered and torn
5. What is the opposite of "tattered"?
a) Worn
b) Ragged
c) New
d) Torn
Answer: c) New
