Basic Details
Word: Tsunami
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, powerful wave that is caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption.
Synonyms: Tidal wave, seismic wave
Antonyms: Calm sea, still water
Idioms and Phrases
- Riding the wave: To take advantage of an opportunity or trend. Example: "He has been riding the wave of popularity since his new song came out."
- A wave of change: A significant transformation that affects many people or things. Example: "The new laws brought a wave of change to the education system."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After the earthquake, the tsunami struck the coast with devastating force.
Example 2: Coastal communities must have evacuation plans in place for when a tsunami warning is issued.
Example 3: Scientists study the ocean's movements to predict potential tsunami events.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "tsunami" comes from Japanese, where it means "harbour wave"? Unlike regular waves, tsunamis can travel across entire ocean basins without losing much energy!
Famous Quote
"Nature is not a place to visit. It is home." Gary Snyder
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tsunami" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) A large powerful wave
c) A kind of tree
d) A mountain
Answer: b) A large powerful wave
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tsunami"?
a) Flood
b) Tidal wave
c) Rainstorm
d) Wind
Answer: b) Tidal wave
3. What is the opposite of "tsunami"?
a) Earthquake
b) Calm sea
c) Storm
d) Cyclone
Answer: b) Calm sea
4. Which sentence uses "tsunami" correctly?
a) The tsunami brought beautiful seashells to the beach.
b) The tsunami knocked down buildings along the coastline.
c) The tsunami played music for the children at the party.
d) The tsunami danced in the sunshine.
Answer: b) The tsunami knocked down buildings along the coastline.
5. Which idiom relates to "tsunami" in the sense of change?
a) A wave of change
b) Riding the wave
c) A fish out of water
d) Between a rock and a hard place
Answer: a) A wave of change
