Spell Bee Word: ubiquitous

Basic Details

Word: Ubiquitous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Present or existing everywhere; very common.

Synonyms: Omnipresent, pervasive, universal

Antonyms: Rare, uncommon, limited

Idioms and Phrases

1. Ubiquitous technology: Referring to devices or systems that are found everywhere and used by many people. Example: "Smartphones have become ubiquitous technology in our daily lives."
2. The ubiquitous smile: Describing a smile that is seen everywhere, often indicating friendliness. Example: "Her ubiquitous smile made everyone feel welcome at the event."

Usage Examples

Example 1: In today’s world, social media is ubiquitous, with billions of people using it daily.

Example 2: The ubiquitous presence of mobile phones allows us to stay connected at all times.

Example 3: From cities to countryside, the sight of streetlights is ubiquitous across the nation.

Fun Fact

The word "ubiquitous" comes from the Latin word "ubique," which means "everywhere." It first appeared in the English language in the 19th century.

Famous Quote

"The Internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow." - Bill Gates, highlighting the ubiquitous nature of the Internet in modern life.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "ubiquitous" mean?

a) Rare
b) Present everywhere
c) Only in some places
d) None of the above

Answer: b) Present everywhere

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

a) Specific
b) Omnipresent
c) Isolated
d) Unique

Answer: b) Omnipresent

3. Which sentence uses "ubiquitous" correctly?

a) The ubiquitous panda plays in the snow.
b) The ubiquitous raincoat saved me from getting wet.
c) The ubiquitous flowers grow only in spring.
d) The ubiquitous computer is a common tool in classrooms.

Answer: d) The ubiquitous computer is a common tool in classrooms.

4. Which of these is an antonym of "ubiquitous"?

a) Common
b) Pervasive
c) Limited
d) Universal

Answer: c) Limited

5. What does the idiom "ubiquitous technology" refer to?

a) Technology that is only used by a few people
b) Technology that is found everywhere
c) Technology that is very expensive
d) Technology designed for specific situations

Answer: b) Technology that is found everywhere