Basic Details
Word: Tender
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Soft and gentle; easy to cut or chew.
Synonyms: Soft, delicate, gentle, nurturing
Antonyms: Tough, hard, harsh
Idioms and Phrases
- Tender-hearted: A person who is very kind and sensitive. Example: "She is tender-hearted, always helping animals in need."
- Tender loving care (TLC): Gentle and helpful attention. Example: "The gardener gave the plants tender loving care to make them grow strong."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The steak was so tender that it practically melted in my mouth.
Example 2: After the storm, the tender buds of the flowers began to bloom again.
Example 3: The teacher had a tender way of speaking to her students, which made them feel comfortable.
Fun Fact
The word "tender" comes from the Latin word "tener," which means "to be weak or soft." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something gentle and soft in texture.
Famous Quote
"The tenderest love is that which we cannot express in words." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tender" mean?
a) Hard and strong
b) Soft and gentle
c) Bright and loud
d) Fast and quick
Answer: b) Soft and gentle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tender"?
a) Tough
b) Harsh
c) Delicate
d) Heavy
Answer: c) Delicate
3. Which word is an antonym of "tender"?
a) Soft
b) Gentle
c) Tough
d) Nurturing
Answer: c) Tough
4. Which sentence uses "tender" correctly?
a) The tender tree grew tall in the strong winds.
b) He stepped on the tender spot in the garden.
c) She gave the kitten tender care when it was scared.
d) The tender rock was hard to break.
Answer: c) She gave the kitten tender care when it was scared.
5. What does "tender loving care" (TLC) mean?
a) Harsh treatment
b) Strict discipline
c) Gentle and helpful attention
d) Quick actions
Answer: c) Gentle and helpful attention
