Basic Details
Word: Utilise
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To make practical or effective use of something.
Synonyms: Use, employ, apply, exploit
Antonyms: Waste, misuse, neglect
Idioms and Phrases
- Utilise every opportunity: To take advantage of all chances or situations. Example: "She utilised every opportunity to learn new skills."
- Utilise your time wisely: Make the best use of available time. Example: "Students must utilise their time wisely during exams."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The company plans to utilise renewable energy sources to reduce its carbon footprint.
Example 2: He utilised his contacts in the industry to find a better job.
Example 3: We should utilise available resources efficiently to meet project deadlines.
Fun Fact
The word "utilise" is the British English spelling of "utilize." Both derive from the Latin word "utilis," meaning "useful." While "utilize" is common in American English, "utilise" is preferred in the UK and other Commonwealth countries.
Famous Quote
"Don't just manage time-utilise it effectively." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "utilise" mean?
a) To destroy something
b) To rest for a while
c) To make practical use of something
d) To ignore completely
Answer: c) To make practical use of something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "utilise"?
a) Waste
b) Employ
c) Destroy
d) Neglect
Answer: b) Employ
3. Which is an antonym of "utilise"?
a) Apply
b) Use
c) Misuse
d) Employ
Answer: c) Misuse
4. Which sentence uses "utilise" correctly?
a) We utilise our time by sleeping all day.
b) She utilised the extra space to organize her books.
c) He utilise the tools without knowing how.
d) They was utilise the park for cricket.
Answer: b) She utilised the extra space to organize her books.
5. What does the phrase "utilise your time wisely" suggest?
a) Spend time doing nothing
b) Waste time on unimportant tasks
c) Make the best use of your time
d) Forget how to manage your schedule
Answer: c) Make the best use of your time
