Basic Details
Word: Unquenchable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that cannot be satisfied or stopped.
Synonyms: Insatiable, unappeasable, unrelenting
Antonyms: Satisfied, appeased, quenched
Idioms and Phrases
- Unquenchable thirst: A desire that cannot be satisfied. Example: "Her unquenchable thirst for knowledge led her to read every book in the library."
- Unquenchable spirit: A strong will or determination that cannot be extinguished. Example: "Even after facing many challenges, his unquenchable spirit helped him succeed."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The adventurer had an unquenchable desire to explore every corner of the world.
Example 2: Despite numerous awards, her unquenchable ambition drove her to achieve even more in her career.
Example 3: The unquenchable interest of the students in science led to a lively discussion in class.
Fun Fact
The word "unquenchable" comes from the Old English word "cwenchen", which means to extinguish or put out. The prefix "un-" means not, thus "unquenchable" literally suggests something that cannot be extinguished.
Famous Quote
"The unquenchable thirst for knowledge is a driving force behind every great achievement." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "unquenchable" mean?
a) Able to be satisfied
b) Something that cannot be satisfied
c) Temporary
d) Uncontrolled
Answer: b) Something that cannot be satisfied
2. Which of these is a synonym of "unquenchable"?
a) Satisfied
b) Insatiable
c) Quenched
d) Finished
Answer: b) Insatiable
3. Which word is an antonym of "unquenchable"?
a) Insatiable
b) Satisfied
c) Unrelenting
d) Endless
Answer: b) Satisfied
4. Which sentence uses "unquenchable" correctly?
a) The unquenchable boy drank water quickly.
b) Her unquenchable thirst for adventure kept her exploring new places.
c) It started to rain after an unquenchable snowfall.
d) He found an unquenchable frog in the garden.
Answer: b) Her unquenchable thirst for adventure kept her exploring new places.
5. Which idiom relates to the meaning of "unquenchable"?
a) Cold as ice
b) Unquenchable thirst
c) A drop in the ocean
d) All in good time
Answer: b) Unquenchable thirst
