Spell Bee Word: up

Basic Details

Word: Up

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Adjective

Meaning: To a higher place or position, or to increase something.

Synonyms: Above, higher, upwards, raised, elevated

Antonyms: Down, lower, beneath, descended

Idioms and Phrases

1. Up in the air: When something is uncertain or undecided. Example: "The plans for the picnic are still up in the air because of the rain forecast."
2. In the up and up: To be honest and truthful. Example: "You can trust him; he is always on the up and up."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The children looked up at the sky to see the bright stars twinkling at night.

Example 2: She decided to cheer up her friend by bringing her favourite snacks.

Example 3: The balloon floated up into the air until it was just a tiny dot.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "up" has existed in the English language since the time of Old English, and it has continued to be one of the most commonly used words in everyday conversation?

Famous Quote

"The only way is up for me." - Richard Rogers

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "up" mean?

a) To a lower place
b) To be stationary
c) To a higher place
d) To go down

Answer: c) To a higher place

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

a) Down
b) Lower
c) Elevated
d) Flat

Answer: c) Elevated

3. Which of these is an antonym of "up"?

a) Higher
b) Upwards
c) Descended
d) Raised

Answer: c) Descended

4. Which sentence uses "up" correctly?

a) The cat climbed up the tree.
b) The cat climbed down the tree.
c) The cat walked under the tree.
d) The cat sat on the tree.

Answer: a) The cat climbed up the tree.

5. What does the idiom "up in the air" mean?

a) To be very high
b) To be uncertain or undecided
c) To be very happy
d) To be enjoying the moment

Answer: b) To be uncertain or undecided